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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB61 FWJMOT history

LB61 FWJ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 111,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2026
Mileage
111,980 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 FWJ
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
20 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 FWJ was last recorded at 111,980 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 3,471 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,509 miles · 11 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,471 miles
Average per year
5,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,980 miles
  • 2024 – 108,509 miles
  • 2023 – 103,929 miles
  • 2022 – 99,015 miles
  • 2021 – 95,100 miles
  • 2020 – 92,831 miles
  • 2019 – 90,823 miles
  • 2018 – 87,294 miles
  • 2017 – 81,839 miles
  • 2015 – 70,040 miles
  • 2014 – 51,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,980 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Engine covers / undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,980 miles (+3,471)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    111,980 miles
    Test number
    510348399330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    108,509 miles
    Test number
    104097508963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail108,508 miles (+4,579)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,508 miles
    Test number
    880446241353
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass103,929 miles (+4,914)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    103,929 miles
    Test number
    765254540844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass99,015 miles (+3,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    99,015 miles
    Test number
    375631468829
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass95,100 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    95,100 miles
    Test number
    315353162698
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / undertrays fitted

  7. Fail95,095 miles (+2,264)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,095 miles
    Test number
    478376880588
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / undertrays fitted

  8. Pass92,831 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    92,831 miles
    Test number
    833339581946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Fail92,831 miles (+2,008)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,831 miles
    Test number
    769128424148
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass90,823 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,823 miles
    Test number
    286365946870
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine cover fitted obscuring some under view

  11. Fail90,823 miles (+3,529)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,823 miles
    Test number
    211038284593
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine cover fitted obscuring some under view

  12. Pass87,294 miles (+5,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    87,294 miles
    Test number
    606664442862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass81,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    81,839 miles
    Test number
    678063689548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail81,839 miles (+11,799)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,839 miles
    Test number
    276941572070
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass70,040 miles (+18,917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    70,040 miles
    Test number
    952912377506
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  16. Pass51,123 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    51,123 miles
    Test number
    896952744305
    • NoteBoth front tyres staring to wear on outer edges.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB61 FWJ

Does LB61 FWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 FWJ is valid until 19 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB61 FWJ?
The MOT on LB61 FWJ is valid until 19 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 FWJ done?
LB61 FWJ was recorded at 111,980 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 5,606 miles a year.
Has LB61 FWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 FWJ has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB61 FWJ 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 FWJ find?
LB61 FWJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached.

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