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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,000 cc

LB11 PDUMOT history

LB11 PDU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Jul 2011. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 167,094 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2026
Mileage
167,094 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 PDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
8 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 PDU was last recorded at 167,094 miles on 11 Mar 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,094 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,094 miles
  • 2023 – 144,703 miles
  • 2022 – 124,061 miles
  • 2021 – 109,222 miles
  • 2019 – 104,078 miles
  • 2018 – 99,064 miles
  • 2017 – 93,915 miles
  • 2016 – 91,997 miles
  • 2015 – 89,005 miles
  • 2014 – 74,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,094 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 4 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,094 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    167,094 miles
    Test number
    878191807285
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail167,094 miles (+22,391)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,094 miles
    Test number
    856699736663
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass144,703 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    144,703 miles
    Test number
    859819452641
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail144,702 miles (+20,641)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,702 miles
    Test number
    738905832571
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass124,061 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    124,061 miles
    Test number
    919994220906
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail124,061 miles (+14,839)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,061 miles
    Test number
    140268509670
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass109,222 miles (+5,144)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,222 miles
    Test number
    307837415835
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  8. Pass104,078 miles (+5,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,078 miles
    Test number
    202756604637
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass99,064 miles (+5,149)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    99,064 miles
    Test number
    642495869375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,915 miles (+1,918)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,915 miles
    Test number
    420424369499
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit + badly worn on outer + inner edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass91,997 miles (+2,992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    91,997 miles
    Test number
    231595945018
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass89,005 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    89,005 miles
    Test number
    357410295136
    • Note3 brake discs scored
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges

  13. Fail89,005 miles (+14,406)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,005 miles
    Test number
    295069785137
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Note3 brake discs scored
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges

  14. Fail74,599 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,599 miles
    Test number
    717095384110
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass74,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    74,599 miles
    Test number
    798095084185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB11 PDU

Does LB11 PDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB11 PDU expired on 10 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB11 PDU?
The MOT on LB11 PDU expired on 10 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB11 PDU done?
LB11 PDU was recorded at 167,094 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2025, an average of 8,656 miles a year.
Has LB11 PDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 PDU has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB11 PDU 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 PDU find?
LB11 PDU passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2025 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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