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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 BSVMOT history

LC61 BSV is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 14 MOT tests, with 68,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

LC61 BSV grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
68,699 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
13 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 BSV
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
19 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 BSV was last recorded at 68,699 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 8,682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
60,017 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,682 miles
Average per year
5,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,699 miles
  • 2025 – 60,017 miles
  • 2024 – 50,475 miles
  • 2023 – 43,441 miles
  • 2022 – 35,764 miles
  • 2021 – 29,741 miles
  • 2020 – 25,294 miles
  • 2019 – 24,656 miles
  • 2018 – 21,387 miles
  • 2017 – 17,963 miles
  • 2016 – 12,191 miles
  • 2015 – 9,699 miles
  • 2014 – 7,233 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,699 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,699 miles (+8,682)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    68,699 miles
    Test number
    753903970182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass60,017 miles (+9,542)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    60,017 miles
    Test number
    842064213352
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass50,475 miles (+7,034)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    50,475 miles
    Test number
    343136176433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass43,441 miles (+7,677)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    43,441 miles
    Test number
    643419409011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass35,764 miles (+6,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    35,764 miles
    Test number
    418291651692
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Pass29,741 miles (+4,447)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    29,741 miles
    Test number
    863886357330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass25,294 miles (+638)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    25,294 miles
    Test number
    138278941324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass24,656 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    24,656 miles
    Test number
    168343317376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass21,387 miles (+3,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    21,387 miles
    Test number
    126251753644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass17,963 miles (+5,772)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    17,963 miles
    Test number
    999804760592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass12,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    12,191 miles
    Test number
    340532210343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail12,191 miles (+2,492)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,191 miles
    Test number
    836209449078
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  13. Pass9,699 miles (+2,466)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    9,699 miles
    Test number
    371982085458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass7,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    7,233 miles
    Test number
    505495194257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 BSV

Does LC61 BSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 BSV is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 BSV?
The MOT on LC61 BSV is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 BSV done?
LC61 BSV was recorded at 68,699 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 5,408 miles a year.
Has LC61 BSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 BSV has failed 1 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2016.
Has the mileage on LC61 BSV 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 BSV find?
LC61 BSV passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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