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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LB11 LBAMOT history

LB11 LBA is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 30 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 215,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 May 2027
Mileage
215,713 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
14,094 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 LBA
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
1 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 LBA was last recorded at 215,713 miles on 28 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,713 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
14,094 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,713 miles
  • 2025 – 212,710 miles
  • 2024 – 210,723 miles
  • 2023 – 191,443 miles
  • 2022 – 180,504 miles
  • 2021 – 154,955 miles
  • 2020 – 136,905 miles
  • 2019 – 104,311 miles
  • 2018 – 79,057 miles
  • 2017 – 66,753 miles
  • 2016 – 58,807 miles
  • 2015 – 49,399 miles
  • 2014 – 47,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,713 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,713 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2027
    Odometer
    215,713 miles
    Test number
    732139888010
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail215,713 miles (+3,003)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,713 miles
    Test number
    630319637637
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass212,710 miles (+1,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    212,710 miles
    Test number
    289840573309
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most bush (both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass210,723 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    210,723 miles
    Test number
    425804012419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail210,723 miles (+19,280)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,723 miles
    Test number
    875561453501
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Protective coating bubbled at pipe ends (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass191,443 miles (+10,939)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    191,443 miles
    Test number
    563072643754
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Protective coating bubbled slightly (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass180,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    180,504 miles
    Test number
    507638977789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail180,504 miles (+25,549)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,504 miles
    Test number
    528857192036
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass154,955 miles (+18,050)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    154,955 miles
    Test number
    700894943778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass136,905 miles (+32,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    136,905 miles
    Test number
    167456601464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass104,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,311 miles
    Test number
    690759057778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,311 miles (+25,254)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,311 miles
    Test number
    232150158292
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass79,057 miles (+1,307)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,057 miles
    Test number
    433882070751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass77,750 miles (+10,997)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,750 miles
    Test number
    608475523727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,753 miles (+7,946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,753 miles
    Test number
    876214408761
    • AdvisoryPark brake imbalance
    • AdvisoryRear brake pad wear

  16. Pass58,807 miles (+9,408)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    58,807 miles
    Test number
    481964558479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,399 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    49,399 miles
    Test number
    206481715288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,394 miles (+2,003)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,394 miles
    Test number
    647176525140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,391 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,391 miles
    Test number
    305760774191
    • NoteInner and outer edges of both front tyres getting worn.

  20. Fail47,391 miles1 failure1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,391 miles
    Test number
    439679264101
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteInner and outer edges of both front tyres getting worn.
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre.

Questions about LB11 LBA

Does LB11 LBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 LBA is valid until 30 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB11 LBA?
The MOT on LB11 LBA is valid until 30 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB11 LBA done?
LB11 LBA was recorded at 215,713 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 14,094 miles a year.
Has LB11 LBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 LBA has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB11 LBA 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 LBA find?
LB11 LBA passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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