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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LB11 USCMOT history

LB11 USC is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 135,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
135,961 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 USC
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
18 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 USC was last recorded at 135,961 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 12,850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,111 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
12,850 miles
Average per year
8,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,961 miles
  • 2024 – 123,111 miles
  • 2023 – 123,111 miles
  • 2022 – 119,767 miles
  • 2021 – 107,003 miles
  • 2020 – 100,697 miles
  • 2019 – 91,375 miles
  • 2018 – 79,459 miles
  • 2017 – 70,550 miles
  • 2016 – 64,025 miles
  • 2015 – 55,465 miles
  • 2014 – 42,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,961 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges and wall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass135,961 miles (+12,850)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    135,961 miles
    Test number
    627100720302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges and wall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass123,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    123,111 miles
    Test number
    746774304741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,111 miles (+3,344)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    123,111 miles
    Test number
    660700593163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass119,767 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    119,767 miles
    Test number
    327498330593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail119,767 miles (+12,764)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,767 miles
    Test number
    301657916947
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass107,003 miles (+6,306)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    107,003 miles
    Test number
    588442387445
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass100,697 miles (+9,322)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,697 miles
    Test number
    672162606033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,375 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,375 miles
    Test number
    634552425291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail91,375 miles (+11,916)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,375 miles
    Test number
    282625640881
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass79,459 miles (+8,909)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    79,459 miles
    Test number
    148473082478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,550 miles (+6,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,550 miles
    Test number
    216733201582
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass64,025 miles (+8,560)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,025 miles
    Test number
    335213975545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,465 miles
    Test number
    611520366718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,465 miles (+248)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,465 miles
    Test number
    858690879532
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Passenger's seat insecure seat base (6.2.A.1)

  15. Pass55,217 miles (+12,470)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,217 miles
    Test number
    977548595155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass42,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    42,747 miles
    Test number
    566295974126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB11 USC

Does LB11 USC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 USC is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB11 USC?
The MOT on LB11 USC is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB11 USC done?
LB11 USC was recorded at 135,961 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 8,066 miles a year.
Has LB11 USC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 USC has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB11 USC 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 USC find?
LB11 USC passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges and wall damaged; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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