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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LB11 NZSMOT history

LB11 NZS is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
89,198 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 NZS
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
2 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 NZS was last recorded at 89,198 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,198 miles · 23 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,198 miles
  • 2025 – 87,813 miles
  • 2024 – 86,010 miles
  • 2023 – 84,778 miles
  • 2022 – 83,953 miles
  • 2021 – 82,928 miles
  • 2020 – 81,907 miles
  • 2019 – 78,864 miles
  • 2018 – 75,517 miles
  • 2017 – 71,491 miles
  • 2016 – 65,383 miles
  • 2015 – 57,064 miles
  • 2014 – 37,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,198 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,198 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    89,198 miles
    Test number
    662256738926
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail89,198 miles (+1,385)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,198 miles
    Test number
    655131161782
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass87,813 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    87,813 miles
    Test number
    997946066679
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail87,811 miles (+1,801)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,811 miles
    Test number
    708745721553
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass86,010 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    86,010 miles
    Test number
    507731448016
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail86,010 miles (+1,232)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,010 miles
    Test number
    262360571376
    • MajorFront Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRed tyre pressure light on

  7. Pass84,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    84,778 miles
    Test number
    253211028105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,778 miles (+825)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,778 miles
    Test number
    917765113714
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass83,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    83,953 miles
    Test number
    329164477610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail83,951 miles (+1,023)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,951 miles
    Test number
    564522446738
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass82,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    82,928 miles
    Test number
    443074263900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,928 miles (+1,021)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,928 miles
    Test number
    903337446016
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass81,907 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,907 miles
    Test number
    592531292857
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail81,907 miles (+3,043)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,907 miles
    Test number
    402985810021
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass78,864 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,864 miles
    Test number
    652147519734
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail78,864 miles (+3,347)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,864 miles
    Test number
    335472708722
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass75,517 miles (+4,026)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    75,517 miles
    Test number
    790769162456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass71,491 miles (+6,108)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    71,491 miles
    Test number
    495431962649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    65,383 miles
    Test number
    563283988792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. FailMileage not read4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    552491012735
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass57,064 miles (+19,420)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    57,064 miles
    Test number
    676291395062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,644 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,644 miles
    Test number
    545591304110
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LB11 NZS

Does LB11 NZS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 NZS is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB11 NZS?
The MOT on LB11 NZS is valid until 24 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 NZS done?
LB11 NZS was recorded at 89,198 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 4,342 miles a year.
Has LB11 NZS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 NZS has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB11 NZS 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 NZS find?
LB11 NZS passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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