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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB61 FWXMOT history

LB61 FWX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 161,709 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
161,709 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 FWX
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
22 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 FWX was last recorded at 161,709 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 5,706 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,003 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,706 miles
Average per year
8,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 161,709 miles
  • 2024 – 156,003 miles
  • 2023 – 155,920 miles
  • 2022 – 148,114 miles
  • 2021 – 139,117 miles
  • 2020 – 126,480 miles
  • 2019 – 114,124 miles
  • 2018 – 96,565 miles
  • 2017 – 94,589 miles
  • 2016 – 92,083 miles
  • 2014 – 65,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,709 miles
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Too clean to record smoke reading

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,709 miles (+5,706)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    161,709 miles
    Test number
    523716687685
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass156,003 miles (+33)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    156,003 miles
    Test number
    569250097355
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail155,970 miles (+50)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,970 miles
    Test number
    244252429600
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Fail155,920 miles (+7,806)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,920 miles
    Test number
    377639528138
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Outer edge smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass148,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    148,114 miles
    Test number
    314870059090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail147,114 miles (+7,997)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,114 miles
    Test number
    755257017931
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass139,117 miles (+12,637)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    139,117 miles
    Test number
    902612937199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryToo clean to record smoke reading
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  8. Pass126,480 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    126,480 miles
    Test number
    394436943078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre stepped
    • AdvisoryToo clean to record smoke reading
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Fail126,480 miles (+12,356)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,480 miles
    Test number
    865187719073
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre stepped
    • AdvisoryToo clean to record smoke reading
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  10. Pass114,124 miles (+17,559)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,124 miles
    Test number
    907728007651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,565 miles (+1,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    96,565 miles
    Test number
    714093760939
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  12. Pass94,589 miles (+2,506)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,589 miles
    Test number
    634937049818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    92,083 miles
    Test number
    584971270340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,083 miles (+9,062)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,083 miles
    Test number
    991162992842
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass83,021 miles (+17,980)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    83,021 miles
    Test number
    715226120822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    65,041 miles
    Test number
    779297154333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,041 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,041 miles
    Test number
    507197154355
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LB61 FWX

Does LB61 FWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 FWX is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB61 FWX?
The MOT on LB61 FWX is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 FWX done?
LB61 FWX was recorded at 161,709 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 8,847 miles a year.
Has LB61 FWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 FWX has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB61 FWX 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 FWX find?
LB61 FWX passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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