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BMW 120

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LX59 ZRUMOT history

LX59 ZRU is a black petrol BMW 120 first used on 2 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
116,260 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,993 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX59 ZRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX59 ZRU was last recorded at 116,260 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 3,583 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,677 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,583 miles
Average per year
6,993 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,260 miles
  • 2024 – 112,677 miles
  • 2023 – 109,733 miles
  • 2022 – 106,160 miles
  • 2021 – 97,098 miles
  • 2020 – 87,775 miles
  • 2019 – 79,466 miles
  • 2018 – 71,870 miles
  • 2017 – 63,519 miles
  • 2016 – 54,852 miles
  • 2015 – 46,976 miles
  • 2014 – 40,832 miles
  • 2013 – 33,039 miles
  • 2012 – 24,459 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,260 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,260 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    116,260 miles
    Test number
    932083661666
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail116,260 miles (+3,583)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,260 miles
    Test number
    337999069007
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass112,677 miles (+2,944)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    112,677 miles
    Test number
    285561057333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass109,733 miles (+3,573)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    109,733 miles
    Test number
    261347004221
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs lipped and corroded
  5. Pass106,160 miles (+9,062)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    106,160 miles
    Test number
    611112670270
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass97,098 miles (+9,323)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,098 miles
    Test number
    234044587689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,775 miles (+8,309)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    87,775 miles
    Test number
    957421950536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,466 miles (+7,596)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,466 miles
    Test number
    822297421315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    71,870 miles
    Test number
    325363426477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,851 miles (+8,332)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,851 miles
    Test number
    306247345963
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass63,519 miles (+8,667)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    63,519 miles
    Test number
    837180135972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    54,852 miles
    Test number
    189000970914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,852 miles (+7,876)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,852 miles
    Test number
    213974637699
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
  14. Pass46,976 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    46,976 miles
    Test number
    114633102328
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  15. Fail46,976 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,976 miles
    Test number
    176224855516
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour all around (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) not working both side (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  16. Fail47,960 miles (+7,128)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,960 miles
    Test number
    694513111504
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  17. Pass40,832 miles (+7,793)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    40,832 miles
    Test number
    169618804308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass33,039 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    33,039 miles
    Test number
    567455203393
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Fail33,039 miles (+8,580)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,039 miles
    Test number
    748625503343
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass24,459 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    24,459 miles
    Test number
    339970782231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail24,450 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,450 miles
    Test number
    357330572467
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX59 ZRU

Does LX59 ZRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX59 ZRU is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX59 ZRU?
The MOT on LX59 ZRU is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX59 ZRU done?
LX59 ZRU was recorded at 116,260 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 6,993 miles a year.
Has LX59 ZRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX59 ZRU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LX59 ZRU 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 ZRU find?
LX59 ZRU passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe.

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