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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LB11 DWOMOT history

LB11 DWO is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 266,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
266,825 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
15,771 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 DWO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 DWO was last recorded at 266,825 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 14,906 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
251,919 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
14,906 miles
Average per year
15,771 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 266,825 miles
  • 2025 – 251,919 miles
  • 2024 – 239,628 miles
  • 2023 – 232,372 miles
  • 2022 – 222,706 miles
  • 2021 – 214,104 miles
  • 2020 – 205,222 miles
  • 2019 – 194,825 miles
  • 2018 – 166,258 miles
  • 2017 – 134,504 miles
  • 2016 – 110,845 miles
  • 2015 – 89,113 miles
  • 2014 – 73,641 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass266,825 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Covers fitted to underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass266,825 miles (+14,906)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    266,825 miles
    Test number
    369260450887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass251,919 miles (+12,291)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    251,919 miles
    Test number
    998749714781
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySILL COVERS AND PLASTIC UNDERTRAYS PRESENT (FACTORY FITTED)

  3. Pass239,628 miles (+7,256)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    239,628 miles
    Test number
    519765796908
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass232,372 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    232,372 miles
    Test number
    647148365857
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail232,360 miles (+9,654)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,360 miles
    Test number
    571519580049
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.51 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass222,706 miles (+8,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    222,706 miles
    Test number
    349906593660
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass214,104 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    214,104 miles
    Test number
    805066050952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail214,104 miles (+8,882)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,104 miles
    Test number
    744361273641
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass205,222 miles (+10,397)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    205,222 miles
    Test number
    845590266175
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass194,825 miles (+28,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    194,825 miles
    Test number
    622383996671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass166,258 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    166,258 miles
    Test number
    688085406742
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail166,258 miles (+31,754)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,258 miles
    Test number
    628432137604
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass134,504 miles (+23,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    134,504 miles
    Test number
    682918121945
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads look thin

  14. Pass110,845 miles (+21,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    110,845 miles
    Test number
    528921242658
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge + close to limit

  15. Pass89,113 miles (+15,472)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    89,113 miles
    Test number
    355002385126
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass73,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    73,641 miles
    Test number
    855216854198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB11 DWO

Does LB11 DWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 DWO is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB11 DWO?
The MOT on LB11 DWO is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB11 DWO done?
LB11 DWO was recorded at 266,825 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 15,771 miles a year.
Has LB11 DWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 DWO has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB11 DWO 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 LB11 DWO find?
LB11 DWO passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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