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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LX59 YLSMOT history

LX59 YLS is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 80,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
80,166 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX59 YLS
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 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX59 YLS was last recorded at 80,166 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 4,672 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
75,494 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,672 miles
Average per year
4,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,166 miles
  • 2024 – 75,494 miles
  • 2023 – 71,593 miles
  • 2022 – 68,200 miles
  • 2021 – 64,728 miles
  • 2020 – 61,909 miles
  • 2019 – 59,316 miles
  • 2018 – 55,421 miles
  • 2017 – 51,156 miles
  • 2016 – 46,151 miles
  • 2015 – 40,114 miles
  • 2014 – 34,428 miles
  • 2013 – 28,307 miles
  • 2012 – 21,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,166 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass80,166 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    80,166 miles
    Test number
    528599338549
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail80,166 miles (+4,672)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,166 miles
    Test number
    312309316181
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass75,494 miles (+3,901)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    75,494 miles
    Test number
    872360794730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,593 miles (+3,393)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    71,593 miles
    Test number
    865913149220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,200 miles (+3,472)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    68,200 miles
    Test number
    471699188030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Calliper spring clip missing
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both rear upper, rear most inner pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass64,728 miles (+2,819)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    64,728 miles
    Test number
    756094913208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    61,909 miles
    Test number
    888294981034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail61,909 miles (+2,593)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,909 miles
    Test number
    534074880609
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding wheel bearing not tested (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass59,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,316 miles
    Test number
    958034360976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,316 miles (+3,895)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,316 miles
    Test number
    511454779290
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass55,421 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    55,421 miles
    Test number
    971158217427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail55,420 miles (+4,264)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,420 miles
    Test number
    548532362158
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass51,156 miles (+5,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    51,156 miles
    Test number
    278128494492
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass46,151 miles (+6,037)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    46,151 miles
    Test number
    588270715139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,114 miles (+5,686)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,114 miles
    Test number
    384749982662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,428 miles (+6,121)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    34,428 miles
    Test number
    559693844391
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass28,307 miles (+6,591)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    28,307 miles
    Test number
    467785143498
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEmissions too clean to be detected

  18. Pass21,716 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    21,716 miles
    Test number
    179297803415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    21,527 miles
    Test number
    366182372484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX59 YLS

Does LX59 YLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX59 YLS is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX59 YLS?
The MOT on LX59 YLS is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX59 YLS done?
LX59 YLS was recorded at 80,166 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 4,443 miles a year.
Has LX59 YLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX59 YLS has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LX59 YLS 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 YLS find?
LX59 YLS passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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