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BMW 116

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LX59 YLBMOT history

LX59 YLB is a black petrol BMW 116 first used on 19 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 101,807 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
101,807 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX59 YLB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX59 YLB was last recorded at 101,807 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 8,704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,103 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,704 miles
Average per year
6,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,807 miles
  • 2025 – 93,103 miles
  • 2024 – 84,724 miles
  • 2023 – 79,512 miles
  • 2022 – 75,729 miles
  • 2020 – 72,857 miles
  • 2019 – 66,689 miles
  • 2018 – 52,136 miles
  • 2017 – 46,779 miles
  • 2016 – 40,271 miles
  • 2014 – 35,117 miles
  • 2013 – 22,719 miles
  • 2012 – 22,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,807 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside rear number plate lamp working but dim.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass101,807 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    101,807 miles
    Test number
    942567484683
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail101,807 miles (+8,704)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,807 miles
    Test number
    728719190659
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass93,103 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    93,103 miles
    Test number
    490762327219
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Number plate lamp dull light output
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted Bead. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  4. Fail93,103 miles (+8,379)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,103 miles
    Test number
    253073660372
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position Tailgate. (6.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Number plate lamp dull light output
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted Bead. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  5. Pass84,724 miles (+5,212)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,724 miles
    Test number
    674052144454
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device cracking slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside rear number plate lamp working but dim.
  6. Pass79,512 miles (+3,783)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    79,512 miles
    Test number
    775996088793
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake reserve travel on legal limit at time of test.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear number plate lamp working but dim.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass75,729 miles (+2,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    986604072284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass72,857 miles (+6,156)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    72,857 miles
    Test number
    333770589571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,701 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,701 miles
    Test number
    752109167231
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail66,689 miles (+7,615)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,689 miles
    Test number
    831705847083
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass59,074 miles (+6,938)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    59,074 miles
    Test number
    707766963023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    52,136 miles
    Test number
    830591420514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,136 miles (+5,357)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,136 miles
    Test number
    462323807089
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  14. Pass46,779 miles (+6,508)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,779 miles
    Test number
    764279803901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,271 miles (+5,154)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,271 miles
    Test number
    155924162661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,117 miles (+5,520)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,117 miles
    Test number
    136373964390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,597 miles (+6,878)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    29,597 miles
    Test number
    907353704031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,719 miles (+445)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    22,719 miles
    Test number
    649959903051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,274 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    22,274 miles
    Test number
    819100292244
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRunflat light illuminated

Questions about LX59 YLB

Does LX59 YLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX59 YLB is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX59 YLB?
The MOT on LX59 YLB is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX59 YLB done?
LX59 YLB was recorded at 101,807 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 6,012 miles a year.
Has LX59 YLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX59 YLB has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LX59 YLB 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 LX59 YLB find?
LX59 YLB passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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