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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 CGXMOT history

LC61 CGX is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 135,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

LC61 CGX blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
135,984 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,286 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 CGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 CGX was last recorded at 135,984 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 9,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,935 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,049 miles
Average per year
9,286 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,984 miles
  • 2024 – 126,935 miles
  • 2023 – 118,403 miles
  • 2022 – 110,788 miles
  • 2021 – 103,289 miles
  • 2020 – 95,048 miles
  • 2019 – 79,728 miles
  • 2018 – 66,242 miles
  • 2016 – 51,327 miles
  • 2015 – 42,570 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,984 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Tyre pressure warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,984 miles (+9,049)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    135,984 miles
    Test number
    616537715647
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 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. Pass126,935 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    126,935 miles
    Test number
    689207795001
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rubber splitting (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose

  3. Fail126,932 miles (+8,529)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,932 miles
    Test number
    776997372344
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rubber splitting (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose

  4. Pass118,403 miles (+7,615)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    118,403 miles
    Test number
    324924014775
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  5. Pass110,788 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,788 miles
    Test number
    800811328199
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  6. Fail110,784 miles (+7,495)2 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,784 miles
    Test number
    188023123202
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wearbars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  7. Pass103,289 miles (+8,241)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,289 miles
    Test number
    778752916741
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass95,048 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,048 miles
    Test number
    989005702530
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail95,048 miles (+15,320)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,048 miles
    Test number
    947498780989
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass79,728 miles (+13,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,728 miles
    Test number
    932798395636
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass66,242 miles (+14,915)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,242 miles
    Test number
    632728879200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  12. Pass51,327 miles (+8,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,327 miles
    Test number
    492625477123
    • AdvisoryEmissions not detected

  13. Pass42,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    42,570 miles
    Test number
    697962039470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,570 miles (+7,299)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,570 miles
    Test number
    295509032898
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass35,271 miles (+240)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,271 miles
    Test number
    217550125031
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer shoulders

  16. Fail35,031 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,031 miles
    Test number
    166662715084
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer shoulders

Questions about LC61 CGX

Does LC61 CGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 CGX is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC61 CGX?
The MOT on LC61 CGX is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 CGX done?
LC61 CGX was recorded at 135,984 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 9,286 miles a year.
Has LC61 CGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 CGX has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LC61 CGX 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 CGX find?
LC61 CGX passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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