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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB61 HJAMOT history

LB61 HJA is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jan 2012. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 88,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2026
Mileage
88,752 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 HJA
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
5 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 HJA was last recorded at 88,752 miles on 17 Sept 2025, 3,830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,922 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,830 miles
Average per year
5,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,752 miles
  • 2024 – 76,257 miles
  • 2022 – 67,965 miles
  • 2021 – 61,319 miles
  • 2020 – 54,098 miles
  • 2019 – 49,583 miles
  • 2018 – 44,995 miles
  • 2016 – 35,875 miles
  • 2015 – 31,458 miles
  • 2014 – 24,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,752 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides @ 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides @ 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,752 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    88,752 miles
    Test number
    892050084578
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides @ 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides @ 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail88,752 miles (+3,830)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,752 miles
    Test number
    503087376386
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both Sides (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides @ 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides @ 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass84,922 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    84,922 miles
    Test number
    490922360038
    • AdvisoryCoolant low on pre check
    • AdvisoryPad warning light is on for front and rear . Sensor fault

  4. Fail84,922 miles (+8,665)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,922 miles
    Test number
    808490405394
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working Both Sides blocked jets (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low on pre check
    • AdvisoryPad warning light is on for front and rear . Sensor fault

  5. Pass76,257 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    76,257 miles
    Test number
    201304551791
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail76,256 miles (+8,291)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,256 miles
    Test number
    655027273599
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass67,965 miles (+6,646)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    67,965 miles
    Test number
    299699556231
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Clamp snapped, front to mid join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Unable to pinpoint, covers in the way (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass61,319 miles (+7,221)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    61,319 miles
    Test number
    724519787084
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber worn on edge (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers obscuring testable components & prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers obscuring some prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers obscuring testable components & prescribed areas

  9. Pass54,098 miles (+4,515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    54,098 miles
    Test number
    962419029798
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass49,583 miles (+4,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,583 miles
    Test number
    587007747636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  11. Pass44,995 miles (+5,339)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    44,995 miles
    Test number
    131892333368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,656 miles (+3,781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    39,656 miles
    Test number
    111951697178
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass35,875 miles (+4,417)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    35,875 miles
    Test number
    121221820111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,458 miles (+6,632)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    31,458 miles
    Test number
    576927264561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,826 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    24,826 miles
    Test number
    428362754399
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outer edge.

Questions about LB61 HJA

Does LB61 HJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB61 HJA expired on 16 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB61 HJA?
The MOT on LB61 HJA expired on 16 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB61 HJA done?
LB61 HJA was recorded at 88,752 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2025, an average of 5,947 miles a year.
Has LB61 HJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 HJA has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 HJA 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 HJA find?
LB61 HJA passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides @ 4mm; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 1 more.

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