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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LB11 VNUMOT history

LB11 VNU is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Aug 2011. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 118,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
118,664 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 VNU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
11 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 VNU was last recorded at 118,664 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 6,044 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,620 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,044 miles
Average per year
5,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,664 miles
  • 2024 – 112,620 miles
  • 2023 – 107,627 miles
  • 2022 – 102,036 miles
  • 2021 – 91,110 miles
  • 2020 – 83,000 miles
  • 2019 – 81,464 miles
  • 2018 – 80,256 miles
  • 2017 – 77,783 miles
  • 2016 – 74,735 miles
  • 2015 – 66,054 miles
  • 2014 – 56,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,664 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 30 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,664 miles (+6,044)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    118,664 miles
    Test number
    180443122207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass112,620 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    112,620 miles
    Test number
    122352026423
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail112,620 miles (+6)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,620 miles
    Test number
    667322876582
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm outer bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail112,614 miles (+4,987)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,614 miles
    Test number
    706254337481
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  5. Pass107,627 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    107,627 miles
    Test number
    338749679240
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs lipped . (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs lipped. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail107,627 miles (+5,591)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,627 miles
    Test number
    674564453266
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35zr18 accelera (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs lipped . (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs lipped. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass102,036 miles (+10,926)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    102,036 miles
    Test number
    953908644318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,110 miles (+8,110)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,110 miles
    Test number
    819496947814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    83,000 miles
    Test number
    964345079544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail83,000 miles (+1,536)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,000 miles
    Test number
    312887546084
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass81,464 miles (+1,208)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,464 miles
    Test number
    157391024879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,256 miles (+2,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,256 miles
    Test number
    526432533366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  13. Pass77,783 miles (+3,048)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,783 miles
    Test number
    120992442399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,735 miles (+8,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,735 miles
    Test number
    166383674877
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  15. Pass66,054 miles (+9,173)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,054 miles
    Test number
    585830535228
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass56,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,881 miles
    Test number
    548091414273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB11 VNU

Does LB11 VNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 VNU is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB11 VNU?
The MOT on LB11 VNU is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB11 VNU done?
LB11 VNU was recorded at 118,664 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 5,473 miles a year.
Has LB11 VNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 VNU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB11 VNU 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 VNU find?
LB11 VNU passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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