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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 ZHGMOT history

LS59 ZHG is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Oct 2009. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 165,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2025.

LS59 ZHG black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2026
Mileage
165,933 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 ZHG
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
30 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 ZHG was last recorded at 165,933 miles on 11 Jan 2025, 123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,810 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
123 miles
Average per year
10,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 165,933 miles
  • 2024 – 165,810 miles
  • 2023 – 159,086 miles
  • 2022 – 151,160 miles
  • 2021 – 142,978 miles
  • 2020 – 130,957 miles
  • 2019 – 118,849 miles
  • 2018 – 111,202 miles
  • 2017 – 100,986 miles
  • 2016 – 89,794 miles
  • 2015 – 77,692 miles
  • 2014 – 61,010 miles
  • 2013 – 53,025 miles
  • 2012 – 36,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,933 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • UNDER TRAYS FITTED

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 31 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,933 miles (+123)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    165,933 miles
    Test number
    837826062363
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail165,810 miles (+6,724)3 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,810 miles
    Test number
    766319539087
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flaxi slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass159,086 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    159,086 miles
    Test number
    646701159429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail159,086 miles (+7,926)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,086 miles
    Test number
    128611218750
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 1.6 at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass151,160 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    151,160 miles
    Test number
    323413308133
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  6. Fail151,154 miles (+8,176)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,154 miles
    Test number
    722588648741
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  7. Pass142,978 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    142,978 miles
    Test number
    125638892640
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail142,977 miles (+12,020)1 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,977 miles
    Test number
    991674034461
    • DangerousFuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak at dpf flexi (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaiter split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements letters incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass130,957 miles (+12,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    130,957 miles
    Test number
    639813391898
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass118,849 miles (+7,647)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    118,849 miles
    Test number
    314979686094
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass111,202 miles (+124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    111,202 miles
    Test number
    920297512438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail111,078 miles (+10,092)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,078 miles
    Test number
    785274219803
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass100,986 miles (+11,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    100,986 miles
    Test number
    808852920068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass89,794 miles (+12,102)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,794 miles
    Test number
    930795344732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,692 miles (+58)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    77,692 miles
    Test number
    659797214907
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not able to check belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Fail77,634 miles (+16,624)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,634 miles
    Test number
    806274019573
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp on center pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not able to check belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Pass61,010 miles (+7,985)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    61,010 miles
    Test number
    797603384227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,025 miles (+16,042)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    53,025 miles
    Test number
    246074673294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,983 miles
    Test number
    747283612200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 ZHG

Does LS59 ZHG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 ZHG expired on 10 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 ZHG?
The MOT on LS59 ZHG expired on 10 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 ZHG done?
LS59 ZHG was recorded at 165,933 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2025, an average of 10,358 miles a year.
Has LS59 ZHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 ZHG has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LS59 ZHG 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 ZHG find?
LS59 ZHG passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; rear exhaust mounting defective.

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