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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB61 NGEMOT history

LB61 NGE is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 152,801 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
152,801 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 NGE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
9 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 NGE was last recorded at 152,801 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,798 miles · 5 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
9,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,801 miles
  • 2025 – 149,682 miles
  • 2024 – 144,307 miles
  • 2023 – 131,018 miles
  • 2022 – 120,468 miles
  • 2021 – 110,541 miles
  • 2019 – 86,153 miles
  • 2018 – 72,398 miles
  • 2017 – 58,496 miles
  • 2016 – 43,805 miles
  • 2015 – 36,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,801 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • DPF light displayed on dash. Not EML

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides slightly damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 3 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,801 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    152,801 miles
    Test number
    805638810896
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail152,798 miles (+3,116)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,798 miles
    Test number
    975432117559
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass149,682 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    149,682 miles
    Test number
    336169093347
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail149,682 miles (+5,375)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,682 miles
    Test number
    279220125381
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass144,307 miles (+1,754)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    144,307 miles
    Test number
    649539095277
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass142,553 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    142,553 miles
    Test number
    637031784834
    • AdvisoryDPF light displayed on dash. Not EML
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides slightly damp (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail142,546 miles (+11,528)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,546 miles
    Test number
    226251132778
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDPF light displayed on dash. Not EML
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides slightly damp (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Borderline (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass131,018 miles (+10,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    131,018 miles
    Test number
    440737459739
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass120,468 miles (+9,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    120,468 miles
    Test number
    550938401443
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass110,541 miles (+1,757)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    110,541 miles
    Test number
    705465790571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,784 miles (+22,631)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,784 miles
    Test number
    481904832629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass86,153 miles (+13,755)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    86,153 miles
    Test number
    751254180757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,398 miles (+13,902)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    72,398 miles
    Test number
    576081307863
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass58,496 miles (+14,691)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    58,496 miles
    Test number
    710395869248
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor condition (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted

  15. Pass43,805 miles (+7,441)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    43,805 miles
    Test number
    114313750999
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted at n/s/r and o/s/r cannot inspect belt
    • AdvisoryNo print out was produced due to low emission
    • AdvisoryRear discs worn
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted

  16. Pass36,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    36,364 miles
    Test number
    205774335066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 NGE

Does LB61 NGE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 NGE is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 NGE?
The MOT on LB61 NGE is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 NGE done?
LB61 NGE was recorded at 152,801 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 9,969 miles a year.
Has LB61 NGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 NGE has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB61 NGE 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 NGE find?
LB61 NGE passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side.

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