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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LB11 FKUMOT history

LB11 FKU is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 149,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
149,569 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 FKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
3 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 FKU was last recorded at 149,569 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,569 miles · 3 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,569 miles
  • 2025 – 142,710 miles
  • 2024 – 137,013 miles
  • 2023 – 131,091 miles
  • 2022 – 125,611 miles
  • 2021 – 121,635 miles
  • 2020 – 115,951 miles
  • 2019 – 98,650 miles
  • 2018 – 82,356 miles
  • 2017 – 69,778 miles
  • 2016 – 56,487 miles
  • 2015 – 51,001 miles
  • 2014 – 44,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,569 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated doughnut

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,569 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    149,569 miles
    Test number
    414944932947
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail149,569 miles (+451)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,569 miles
    Test number
    963874111301
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail149,118 miles (+6,408)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,118 miles
    Test number
    517842026988
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tire on 2mm. edge wear. 255/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tire on 3mm. edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential wheeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass142,710 miles (+5,697)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    142,710 miles
    Test number
    387931851098
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass137,013 miles (+5,922)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    137,013 miles
    Test number
    188927401202
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass131,091 miles (+5,480)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    131,091 miles
    Test number
    608548232871
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass125,611 miles (+3,976)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    125,611 miles
    Test number
    462536134484
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated doughnut (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted inspection limited
  8. Pass121,635 miles (+5,684)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    121,635 miles
    Test number
    888731380734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated doughnut (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHas under trays and engine covers fitted inspection limited
  9. Pass115,951 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    115,951 miles
    Test number
    328952896053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail115,943 miles (+17,293)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,943 miles
    Test number
    787206634119
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass98,650 miles (+16,294)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    98,650 miles
    Test number
    640945447092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,356 miles (+12,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,356 miles
    Test number
    647613655144
    • AdvisoryFront under tray fitted
  13. Pass69,778 miles (+13,291)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,778 miles
    Test number
    735332410055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,487 miles (+5,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,487 miles
    Test number
    741828646006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass51,001 miles (+6,098)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,001 miles
    Test number
    119826565445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,903 miles
    Test number
    375293384084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB11 FKU

Does LB11 FKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 FKU is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB11 FKU?
The MOT on LB11 FKU is valid until 6 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 FKU done?
LB11 FKU was recorded at 149,569 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 8,402 miles a year.
Has LB11 FKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 FKU has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB11 FKU 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 FKU find?
LB11 FKU passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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