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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 WBWMOT history

LS59 WBW is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 96,686 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

LS59 WBW blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2026
Mileage
96,686 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 WBW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS59 WBW was last recorded at 96,686 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 844 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Mar 2020: 8,543 miles, lower than 82,033 miles on 28 Feb 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
95,842 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
844 miles
Average per year
4,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,686 miles
  • 2025 – 95,842 miles
  • 2024 – 93,936 miles
  • 2023 – 91,850 miles
  • 2022 – 90,246 miles
  • 2021 – 86,827 miles
  • 2020 – 85,404 miles
  • 2019 – 82,033 miles
  • 2018 – 78,175 miles
  • 2017 – 72,595 miles
  • 2015 – 61,847 miles
  • 2014 – 55,682 miles
  • 2013 – 46,787 miles
  • 2012 – 35,201 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,686 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bottom joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorCentral Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge 255/40/17

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail96,686 miles (+844)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,686 miles
    Test number
    992797208975
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bottom joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass95,842 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    95,842 miles
    Test number
    883880300503
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Completely worn on inner edge and 2.5mm tread measured at lowest point 255/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail95,842 miles (+1,906)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,842 miles
    Test number
    652017598650
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Completely worn on inner edge and 2.5mm tread measured at lowest point 255/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass93,936 miles (+21)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    93,936 miles
    Test number
    424362872963
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge 255/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail93,915 miles (+2,065)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,915 miles
    Test number
    758725431583
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge 255/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass91,850 miles (+1,604)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    91,850 miles
    Test number
    799397517106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass90,246 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    90,246 miles
    Test number
    403045160162
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail90,246 miles (+3,419)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,246 miles
    Test number
    178328369100
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass86,827 miles (+1,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,827 miles
    Test number
    809678737348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass85,404 miles (+76,861)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,404 miles
    Test number
    452175847159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail8,543 miles (-73,490)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,543 miles
    Test number
    196029795149
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass82,033 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,033 miles
    Test number
    371431692433
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Fail82,033 miles (+3,858)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,033 miles
    Test number
    236277571015
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass78,175 miles (+5,580)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,175 miles
    Test number
    961224829933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,595 miles (+10,748)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,595 miles
    Test number
    506637602560
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner & outer edge

  16. Pass61,847 miles (+6,165)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,847 miles
    Test number
    227524803623
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have various cuts - none deep enough to reach cords
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass55,682 miles (+8,895)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    55,682 miles
    Test number
    349884874227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,787 miles
    Test number
    466979343205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,787 miles (+11,586)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,787 miles
    Test number
    947418443224
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • Note255/40 R17 94V BRIDGESTONE POTENZA RE050AI (RSC)
    • NoteOffside rear jacking block missing

  20. Pass35,201 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    35,201 miles
    Test number
    485265772213
    • NoteOffside rear jacking block missing

  21. Fail35,201 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,201 miles
    Test number
    539655172238
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOffside rear jacking block missing

Questions about LS59 WBW

Does LS59 WBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 WBW expired on 25 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 WBW?
The MOT on LS59 WBW expired on 25 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 WBW done?
LS59 WBW was recorded at 96,686 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 4,486 miles a year.
Has LS59 WBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 WBW has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 WBW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Mar 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS59 WBW find?
LS59 WBW failed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 1 minor defect: offside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 2 more.

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