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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LB11 GSVMOT history

LB11 GSV is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 170,807 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
170,807 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,413 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 GSV
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
4 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 GSV was last recorded at 170,807 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,807 miles · 17 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,413 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,807 miles
  • 2025 – 163,483 miles
  • 2024 – 148,908 miles
  • 2023 – 138,369 miles
  • 2022 – 131,847 miles
  • 2021 – 123,736 miles
  • 2020 – 116,171 miles
  • 2019 – 107,132 miles
  • 2018 – 97,916 miles
  • 2017 – 89,351 miles
  • 2015 – 83,639 miles
  • 2014 – 72,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,807 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield looseRecorded 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine oil breather broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,807 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    170,807 miles
    Test number
    544720803478
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose
  2. Fail170,807 miles (+7,324)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,807 miles
    Test number
    516269897737
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose
  3. Pass163,483 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    163,483 miles
    Test number
    483694940272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail163,482 miles (+14,574)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,482 miles
    Test number
    730585401241
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass148,908 miles (+149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    148,908 miles
    Test number
    517552365115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil breather broken
  6. Fail148,759 miles (+10,390)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,759 miles
    Test number
    180340119052
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil breather broken
  7. Pass138,369 miles (+6,522)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    138,369 miles
    Test number
    453648636520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass131,847 miles (+8,111)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    131,847 miles
    Test number
    828759872909
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass123,736 miles (+7,565)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    123,736 miles
    Test number
    139134434149
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass116,171 miles (+9,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    116,171 miles
    Test number
    173135734422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass107,132 miles (+9,216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    107,132 miles
    Test number
    246302852507
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass97,916 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    97,916 miles
    Test number
    581432802289
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Fail97,916 miles (+8,565)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,916 miles
    Test number
    159939314499
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass89,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,351 miles
    Test number
    218404786013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,351 miles (+5,712)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,351 miles
    Test number
    759715411213
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
  16. Pass83,639 miles (+10,723)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    83,639 miles
    Test number
    852831028858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,916 miles
    Test number
    329544784198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB11 GSV

Does LB11 GSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 GSV is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB11 GSV?
The MOT on LB11 GSV is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB11 GSV done?
LB11 GSV was recorded at 170,807 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 8,413 miles a year.
Has LB11 GSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 GSV has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB11 GSV 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 GSV find?
LB11 GSV passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre slightly damaged outer side wall; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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