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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LB11 VEWMOT history

LB11 VEW is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 112,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2027
Mileage
112,534 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 VEW
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
26 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 VEW was last recorded at 112,534 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 6,996 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,538 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
6,996 miles
Average per year
6,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,534 miles
  • 2025 – 105,538 miles
  • 2024 – 97,639 miles
  • 2023 – 85,986 miles
  • 2022 – 75,109 miles
  • 2021 – 65,391 miles
  • 2020 – 62,450 miles
  • 2019 – 58,489 miles
  • 2018 – 53,362 miles
  • 2017 – 49,282 miles
  • 2016 – 45,535 miles
  • 2015 – 41,987 miles
  • 2014 – 38,477 miles
  • 2013 – 28,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,534 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 30 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,534 miles (+6,996)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    112,534 miles
    Test number
    622576195102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass105,538 miles (+54)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    105,538 miles
    Test number
    566639553611
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail105,484 miles (+7,845)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,484 miles
    Test number
    654574552764
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass97,639 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    97,639 miles
    Test number
    850406105137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail97,443 miles (+11,457)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,443 miles
    Test number
    394681211988
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass85,986 miles (+10,877)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    85,986 miles
    Test number
    155950660478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge( outer side wall damage) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  7. Pass75,109 miles (+9,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,109 miles
    Test number
    605264800553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass65,391 miles (+2,941)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    65,391 miles
    Test number
    369347822857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,450 miles (+3,961)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    62,450 miles
    Test number
    760275163216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,489 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,489 miles
    Test number
    731942519706
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail58,489 miles (+5,127)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,489 miles
    Test number
    877411834517
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass53,362 miles (+4,080)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    53,362 miles
    Test number
    146908036555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,282 miles (+3,747)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    49,282 miles
    Test number
    126481628248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,535 miles (+3,548)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    45,535 miles
    Test number
    123764834945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,987 miles (+3,510)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    41,987 miles
    Test number
    924161902655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,477 miles (+10,305)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    38,477 miles
    Test number
    967071584249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    28,172 miles
    Test number
    335263973421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB11 VEW

Does LB11 VEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 VEW is valid until 5 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB11 VEW?
The MOT on LB11 VEW is valid until 5 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB11 VEW done?
LB11 VEW was recorded at 112,534 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 6,472 miles a year.
Has LB11 VEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 VEW has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB11 VEW 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 VEW find?
LB11 VEW passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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