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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 DGCMOT history

LC61 DGC is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 111,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

LC61 DGC white 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 Jul 2027
Mileage
111,596 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,740 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 DGC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 DGC was last recorded at 111,596 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 16,531 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
95,065 miles · 10 May 2025
Between the last two tests
16,531 miles
Average per year
6,740 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,596 miles
  • 2025 – 95,065 miles
  • 2024 – 84,302 miles
  • 2022 – 74,564 miles
  • 2021 – 65,441 miles
  • 2020 – 58,431 miles
  • 2019 – 52,150 miles
  • 2018 – 47,934 miles
  • 2017 – 44,438 miles
  • 2016 – 39,600 miles
  • 2015 – 35,136 miles
  • 2014 – 30,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,596 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,596 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    111,596 miles
    Test number
    670410906997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail111,595 miles (+16,530)4 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,595 miles
    Test number
    126429241825
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass95,065 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    95,065 miles
    Test number
    962204344662
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail95,065 miles (+10,763)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,065 miles
    Test number
    656805562168
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass84,302 miles (+9,738)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,302 miles
    Test number
    130690223714
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass74,564 miles (+9,123)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,564 miles
    Test number
    108393861649
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass65,441 miles (+7,010)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    65,441 miles
    Test number
    868478362897
    • 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 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))
  8. Pass58,431 miles (+6,281)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    58,431 miles
    Test number
    541642206781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,150 miles (+4,216)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    52,150 miles
    Test number
    721024686837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,934 miles (+3,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    47,934 miles
    Test number
    601136483402
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  11. Pass44,438 miles (+4,838)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    44,438 miles
    Test number
    413340175648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,600 miles (+4,464)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,600 miles
    Test number
    111100342256
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside rear jacking block insecure
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  13. Pass35,136 miles (+4,186)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    35,136 miles
    Test number
    935612325226
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass30,950 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    30,950 miles
    Test number
    369343724427
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LC61 DGC

Does LC61 DGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 DGC is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 DGC?
The MOT on LC61 DGC is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 DGC done?
LC61 DGC was recorded at 111,596 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 6,740 miles a year.
Has LC61 DGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 DGC has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 DGC 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 DGC find?
LC61 DGC passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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