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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB61 HJFMOT history

LB61 HJF is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 140,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
140,301 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 HJF
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 valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 HJF was last recorded at 140,301 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 2,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,783 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,518 miles
Average per year
8,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,301 miles
  • 2025 – 137,783 miles
  • 2024 – 135,144 miles
  • 2023 – 133,480 miles
  • 2021 – 127,599 miles
  • 2020 – 119,434 miles
  • 2019 – 109,814 miles
  • 2018 – 95,802 miles
  • 2017 – 72,704 miles
  • 2015 – 58,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,301 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,301 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    140,301 miles
    Test number
    342620004263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  2. Fail140,301 miles (+2,518)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,301 miles
    Test number
    403671452716
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  3. Pass137,783 miles (+2,639)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    137,783 miles
    Test number
    125442300652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass135,144 miles (+1,664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    135,144 miles
    Test number
    697856261880
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass133,480 miles (+5,881)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    133,480 miles
    Test number
    500906214876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass127,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    127,599 miles
    Test number
    519461031639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail127,599 miles (+8,165)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,599 miles
    Test number
    752563906254
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass119,434 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    119,434 miles
    Test number
    622929765583
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Fail119,434 miles (+9,620)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,434 miles
    Test number
    430864394933
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass109,814 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    109,814 miles
    Test number
    528734551925
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail109,814 miles (+14,012)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,814 miles
    Test number
    659099946065
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass95,802 miles (+435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    95,802 miles
    Test number
    867165580017
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail95,367 miles (+22,663)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,367 miles
    Test number
    279850043541
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached flexy spring broken (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass72,704 miles (+14,597)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,704 miles
    Test number
    580343678149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass58,107 miles (+15,288)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    58,107 miles
    Test number
    146432538482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    42,819 miles
    Test number
    876445205081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 HJF

Does LB61 HJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 HJF is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 HJF?
The MOT on LB61 HJF is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 HJF done?
LB61 HJF was recorded at 140,301 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 8,815 miles a year.
Has LB61 HJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 HJF has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB61 HJF 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 HJF find?
LB61 HJF passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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