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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

WD59 GRUMOT history

WD59 GRU is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 157,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
157,227 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
WD59 GRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

WD59 GRU was last recorded at 157,227 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 81 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,146 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
81 miles
Average per year
8,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,227 miles
  • 2025 – 147,476 miles
  • 2024 – 134,133 miles
  • 2023 – 126,260 miles
  • 2022 – 112,567 miles
  • 2021 – 109,524 miles
  • 2020 – 106,284 miles
  • 2019 – 104,423 miles
  • 2018 – 100,893 miles
  • 2017 – 92,612 miles
  • 2016 – 82,737 miles
  • 2015 – 71,465 miles
  • 2014 – 62,769 miles
  • 2013 – 49,420 miles
  • 2012 – 37,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,227 miles

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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,227 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    157,227 miles
    Test number
    729284116912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail157,146 miles (+1,080)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,146 miles
    Test number
    296449453750
    • MajorParking brake operation is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail156,066 miles (+8,590)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,066 miles
    Test number
    666593639429
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met the acquirements

  4. Pass147,476 miles (+13,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    147,476 miles
    Test number
    200606795858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass134,133 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    134,133 miles
    Test number
    157977308032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail133,971 miles (+7,711)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,971 miles
    Test number
    356743949680
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass126,260 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    126,260 miles
    Test number
    209976915752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail126,031 miles (+13,464)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,031 miles
    Test number
    153214543291
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass112,567 miles (+3,043)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    112,567 miles
    Test number
    953547606641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,524 miles (+3,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    109,524 miles
    Test number
    848414110607
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass106,284 miles (+1,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    106,284 miles
    Test number
    375792176032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass104,423 miles (+3,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    104,423 miles
    Test number
    327762906530
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad wear sensor not connect to pad and wire has been chaffed on drive shaft

  13. Pass100,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    100,893 miles
    Test number
    942403938141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,893 miles (+8,281)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,893 miles
    Test number
    206683619560
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass92,612 miles (+9,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    92,612 miles
    Test number
    209902658450
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass82,737 miles (+11,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    82,737 miles
    Test number
    215689921755
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass71,465 miles (+8,696)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    71,465 miles
    Test number
    844150133117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,769 miles (+13,349)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,769 miles
    Test number
    297461264292
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads low
    • NoteDash warning light on

  19. Pass49,420 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,420 miles
    Test number
    327312143439
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail49,420 miles (+12,151)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,420 miles
    Test number
    437392543237
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass37,269 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,269 miles
    Test number
    615763942269
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about WD59 GRU

Does WD59 GRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on WD59 GRU is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on WD59 GRU?
The MOT on WD59 GRU is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has WD59 GRU done?
WD59 GRU was recorded at 157,227 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 8,551 miles a year.
Has WD59 GRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. WD59 GRU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on WD59 GRU 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 WD59 GRU find?
WD59 GRU passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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