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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 YJLMOT history

LS59 YJL is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 144,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
144,469 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 YJL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 YJL was last recorded at 144,469 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 11,606 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,863 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,606 miles
Average per year
7,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,469 miles
  • 2025 – 132,863 miles
  • 2024 – 122,653 miles
  • 2023 – 116,646 miles
  • 2022 – 112,606 miles
  • 2020 – 98,348 miles
  • 2019 – 96,021 miles
  • 2018 – 91,576 miles
  • 2017 – 86,871 miles
  • 2016 – 77,653 miles
  • 2015 – 66,020 miles
  • 2014 – 60,025 miles
  • 2013 – 49,578 miles
  • 2012 – 36,349 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,469 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    144,469 miles
    Test number
    696097220207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail144,469 miles (+11,606)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,469 miles
    Test number
    314416490402
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  3. Pass132,863 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    132,863 miles
    Test number
    118529001841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))
  4. Fail132,863 miles (+10,210)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,863 miles
    Test number
    836152665994
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))
  5. Pass122,653 miles (+6,007)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    122,653 miles
    Test number
    962943703696
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear 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))
  6. Pass116,646 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    116,646 miles
    Test number
    745331249349
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail116,646 miles (+4,040)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,646 miles
    Test number
    236963468409
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass112,606 miles (+14,258)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    112,606 miles
    Test number
    376648930022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass98,348 miles (+2,327)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,348 miles
    Test number
    881722474021
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass96,021 miles (+4,445)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,021 miles
    Test number
    772611957557
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass91,576 miles (+4,705)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    91,576 miles
    Test number
    652458209654
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass86,871 miles (+9,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    86,871 miles
    Test number
    568177902021
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass77,653 miles (+11,633)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    77,653 miles
    Test number
    820276832347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,020 miles (+5,995)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    66,020 miles
    Test number
    703234144365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,025 miles (+10,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    60,025 miles
    Test number
    507349474256
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass49,578 miles (+13,229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,578 miles
    Test number
    905151483200
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass36,349 miles (+285)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    36,349 miles
    Test number
    827219672288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,064 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,064 miles
    Test number
    936282372293
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS59 YJL

Does LS59 YJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 YJL is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 YJL?
The MOT on LS59 YJL is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 YJL done?
LS59 YJL was recorded at 144,469 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 7,870 miles a year.
Has LS59 YJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 YJL has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 YJL 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 YJL find?
LS59 YJL passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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