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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 VCNMOT history

LS59 VCN is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 100,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LS59 VCN black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
100,430 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 VCN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 VCN was last recorded at 100,430 miles on 7 May 2026, 104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,326 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
104 miles
Average per year
6,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,430 miles
  • 2025 – 87,146 miles
  • 2024 – 82,929 miles
  • 2023 – 78,915 miles
  • 2022 – 72,481 miles
  • 2021 – 59,774 miles
  • 2020 – 56,616 miles
  • 2019 – 50,054 miles
  • 2017 – 40,370 miles
  • 2016 – 34,448 miles
  • 2015 – 29,903 miles
  • 2014 – 25,195 miles
  • 2013 – 20,154 miles
  • 2012 – 15,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,430 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,430 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    100,430 miles
    Test number
    435670007255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail100,326 miles (+13,180)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,326 miles
    Test number
    258674143806
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to no dipped beam (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres have slight damage on outer sidewalls 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass87,146 miles (+4,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    87,146 miles
    Test number
    452193059110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  4. Pass82,929 miles (+4,014)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    82,929 miles
    Test number
    650487985196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass78,915 miles (+6,434)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    78,915 miles
    Test number
    215448202877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,481 miles (+12,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    72,481 miles
    Test number
    774403443921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass59,774 miles (+3,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    59,774 miles
    Test number
    195985204919
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass56,616 miles (+6,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    56,616 miles
    Test number
    434230440888
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  9. Pass50,054 miles (+9,684)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    50,054 miles
    Test number
    718280785848
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
  10. Pass40,370 miles (+5,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    40,370 miles
    Test number
    577049824350
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing full inspection of underneath of vehicle
  11. Pass34,448 miles (+4,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    34,448 miles
    Test number
    898480198944
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass29,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    29,903 miles
    Test number
    385511031786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass29,904 miles (+4,709)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    29,904 miles
    Test number
    168961441424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,195 miles (+5,041)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    25,195 miles
    Test number
    126042034242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass20,154 miles (+4,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    20,154 miles
    Test number
    325781743275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
  16. Pass15,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    15,687 miles
    Test number
    127709642295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 VCN

Does LS59 VCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 VCN is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 VCN?
The MOT on LS59 VCN is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 VCN done?
LS59 VCN was recorded at 100,430 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 6,200 miles a year.
Has LS59 VCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 VCN has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 VCN 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 VCN find?
LS59 VCN passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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