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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 RSZMOT history

LS59 RSZ is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2026 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 173,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2025.

LS59 RSZ silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2026
Mileage
173,480 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2025
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 RSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 RSZ was last recorded at 173,480 miles on 19 Mar 2025, 8,821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,659 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
8,821 miles
Average per year
10,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 173,480 miles
  • 2024 – 164,659 miles
  • 2023 – 154,688 miles
  • 2022 – 151,345 miles
  • 2021 – 142,809 miles
  • 2020 – 133,204 miles
  • 2019 – 131,552 miles
  • 2018 – 113,718 miles
  • 2017 – 96,249 miles
  • 2016 – 88,423 miles
  • 2014 – 76,425 miles
  • 2013 – 66,443 miles
  • 2012 – 48,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,480 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Boot not opening

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Outer sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,480 miles (+8,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    173,480 miles
    Test number
    828326012769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass164,659 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    164,659 miles
    Test number
    112760811922
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  3. Fail164,659 miles (+9,971)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,659 miles
    Test number
    674496448806
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  4. Pass154,688 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    154,688 miles
    Test number
    657973221831
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot not opening
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  5. Fail154,688 miles (+3,343)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,688 miles
    Test number
    911194223484
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot not opening
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  6. Pass151,345 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,345 miles
    Test number
    504225726957
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail151,345 miles (+8,536)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,345 miles
    Test number
    155206340185
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn hard on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/40/ZR17/94W worn hard on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass142,809 miles (+9,605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    142,809 miles
    Test number
    689711854926
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass133,204 miles (+1,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    133,204 miles
    Test number
    627237418312
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass131,552 miles (+17,834)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2020
    Odometer
    131,552 miles
    Test number
    581570660819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass113,718 miles (+17,469)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    113,718 miles
    Test number
    187995520202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,249 miles (+7,826)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    96,249 miles
    Test number
    629746635729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,423 miles (+11,998)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    88,423 miles
    Test number
    399967767249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,425 miles (+9,982)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    76,425 miles
    Test number
    799723284209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,443 miles (+18,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,443 miles
    Test number
    139156873223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass48,297 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    48,297 miles
    Test number
    267906972253
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have low tread on inner outer edges.

  17. Fail48,297 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,297 miles
    Test number
    756796872234
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have low tread on inner outer edges.

Questions about LS59 RSZ

Does LS59 RSZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 RSZ expired on 29 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 RSZ?
The MOT on LS59 RSZ expired on 29 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 RSZ done?
LS59 RSZ was recorded at 173,480 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2025, an average of 10,047 miles a year.
Has LS59 RSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 RSZ has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LS59 RSZ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LS59 RSZ find?
LS59 RSZ passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall; oil leak, but not excessive.

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