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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB61 FWEMOT history

LB61 FWE is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 155,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
155,720 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 FWE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 FWE was last recorded at 155,720 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 4,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
150,959 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,761 miles
Average per year
8,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,720 miles
  • 2025 – 150,959 miles
  • 2024 – 141,894 miles
  • 2023 – 136,023 miles
  • 2021 – 125,439 miles
  • 2020 – 118,254 miles
  • 2019 – 112,532 miles
  • 2018 – 102,186 miles
  • 2017 – 94,280 miles
  • 2016 – 77,993 miles
  • 2015 – 69,044 miles
  • 2014 – 60,206 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,720 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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 19 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,720 miles (+4,761)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    155,720 miles
    Test number
    836950537936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass150,959 miles (+9,065)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    150,959 miles
    Test number
    721290969001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass141,894 miles (+5,871)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    141,894 miles
    Test number
    862634222269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,023 miles (+10,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    136,023 miles
    Test number
    149615995230
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass125,439 miles (+7,185)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    125,439 miles
    Test number
    748769865972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,254 miles
    Test number
    596726772254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail118,254 miles (+5,722)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,254 miles
    Test number
    173834329055
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass112,532 miles (+10,346)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,532 miles
    Test number
    688219503798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,186 miles (+7,906)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    102,186 miles
    Test number
    808961546579
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass94,280 miles (+16,287)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    94,280 miles
    Test number
    688807645741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,993 miles (+8,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    77,993 miles
    Test number
    449485679400
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass69,044 miles (+8,838)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    69,044 miles
    Test number
    285018245445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,206 miles
    Test number
    448783724472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,206 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,206 miles
    Test number
    647823124359
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LB61 FWE

Does LB61 FWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 FWE is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 FWE?
The MOT on LB61 FWE is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 FWE done?
LB61 FWE was recorded at 155,720 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 8,087 miles a year.
Has LB61 FWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 FWE has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LB61 FWE 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 LB61 FWE find?
LB61 FWE passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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