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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 BLVMOT history

LC61 BLV is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Nov 2011. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2024 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 122,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2023.

LC61 BLV grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2024
Mileage
122,335 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2023
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 BLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
4 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 BLV was last recorded at 122,335 miles on 22 Nov 2023, 8,448 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,887 miles · 11 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
8,448 miles
Average per year
10,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 122,335 miles
  • 2022 – 113,887 miles
  • 2021 – 103,635 miles
  • 2020 – 97,654 miles
  • 2019 – 91,025 miles
  • 2018 – 79,489 miles
  • 2017 – 68,247 miles
  • 2016 – 50,332 miles
  • 2015 – 38,945 miles
  • 2014 – 29,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,335 miles
  • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront tyres n/s and o/s wearing inner and outer shoulders
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear tyres n/s and o/s wearing close to wear bars
  • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers and under trays fitted
  • AdvisoryTpms light on

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.

  • Plastic sill covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear tyre worn inner shoulder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside inner side light in op

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under trays fitted brake pipes and hand brake cables not checked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,335 miles (+8,448)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    122,335 miles
    Test number
    786439516964
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres n/s and o/s wearing inner and outer shoulders
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres n/s and o/s wearing close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryTpms light on
  2. Pass113,887 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    113,887 miles
    Test number
    222417644400
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers
    • AdvisoryTmps light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted brake pipes and hand brake cables fitted
  3. Fail113,887 miles (+10,252)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,887 miles
    Test number
    985344528743
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers
    • AdvisoryTmps light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted brake pipes and hand brake cables fitted
  4. Pass103,635 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,635 miles
    Test number
    781847017935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryNearside inner side light in op
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted brake pipes and hand brake cables not checked
  5. Fail103,631 miles (+5,977)2 dangerous5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,631 miles
    Test number
    497655692096
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated all (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryNearside inner side light in op
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted brake pipes and hand brake cables not checked
  6. Pass97,654 miles (+6,629)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    97,654 miles
    Test number
    686029246906
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  7. Pass91,025 miles (+11,536)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,025 miles
    Test number
    499323394712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to register
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted brake pipes not checked
  8. Pass79,489 miles (+11,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,489 miles
    Test number
    601499621673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre heavy wear inner and outer shoulders
  9. Pass68,247 miles (+17,915)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,247 miles
    Test number
    974077648316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close 2. mm BALD ON INNER EDGE !! (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ON LIMIT!! (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close 2 .mm BALD ON INNER EDGE!! (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass50,332 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    50,332 miles
    Test number
    546057059469
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on edges and cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront no plate cracked
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted
  11. Fail50,332 miles (+11,387)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,332 miles
    Test number
    616377408725
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on edges and cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront no plate cracked
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted
  12. Pass38,945 miles (+9,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    38,945 miles
    Test number
    672278860226
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNail in both rear tyres
  13. Pass29,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    29,229 miles
    Test number
    305739684236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 BLV

Does LC61 BLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC61 BLV expired on 23 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC61 BLV?
The MOT on LC61 BLV expired on 23 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC61 BLV done?
LC61 BLV was recorded at 122,335 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2023, an average of 10,231 miles a year.
Has LC61 BLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 BLV has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LC61 BLV 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 LC61 BLV find?
LC61 BLV passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2023 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy, and 6 more.

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