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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LC61 FSAMOT history

LC61 FSA is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 122,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

LC61 FSA black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
122,342 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 FSA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 FSA was last recorded at 122,342 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,323 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
6,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,342 miles
  • 2024 – 120,684 miles
  • 2023 – 118,883 miles
  • 2022 – 115,191 miles
  • 2021 – 112,773 miles
  • 2020 – 110,355 miles
  • 2019 – 107,351 miles
  • 2018 – 104,194 miles
  • 2017 – 100,423 miles
  • 2016 – 92,548 miles
  • 2015 – 76,369 miles
  • 2014 – 54,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,342 miles
  • AdvisoryFront brake pads low (1500-2000 miles remaining approximately)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,342 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    122,342 miles
    Test number
    307738086998
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low (1500-2000 miles remaining approximately)

  2. Fail122,323 miles (+1,639)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,323 miles
    Test number
    393502394101
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cords visible between cracks in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cords visible between cracks in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low (1500-2000 miles remaining approximately)

  3. Pass120,684 miles (+1,801)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    120,684 miles
    Test number
    385254730364
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads have 2000-3000 miles remaining approximately.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s bonnet latch slightly faulty (bonnet still secure in closed position)

  4. Pass118,883 miles (+3,692)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    118,883 miles
    Test number
    629356952058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass115,191 miles (+2,418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    115,191 miles
    Test number
    520444884498
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads have 3000-4000 miles remaining approximately.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped.
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre cracking/perished.

  6. Pass112,773 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,773 miles
    Test number
    517658622619
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail112,773 miles (+2,418)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,773 miles
    Test number
    633543103639
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass110,355 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    110,355 miles
    Test number
    662666324702
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn badly on inner sidewall, advise replacement asap.

  9. Fail110,355 miles (+3,004)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,355 miles
    Test number
    380975204569
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn badly on inner sidewall, advise replacement asap.

  10. Pass107,351 miles (+3,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,351 miles
    Test number
    939597513513
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low

  11. Pass104,194 miles (+3,771)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    104,194 miles
    Test number
    496254427164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,423 miles (+7,875)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    100,423 miles
    Test number
    253737439133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    92,548 miles
    Test number
    584586506443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  14. Fail92,548 miles (+16,179)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,548 miles
    Test number
    156577144972
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner and outer tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  15. Pass76,369 miles (+21,893)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    76,369 miles
    Test number
    383205955279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,476 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    54,476 miles
    Test number
    599880854394
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Questions about LC61 FSA

Does LC61 FSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 FSA is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC61 FSA?
The MOT on LC61 FSA is valid until 22 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 FSA done?
LC61 FSA was recorded at 122,342 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 6,209 miles a year.
Has LC61 FSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 FSA has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 FSA 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 FSA find?
LC61 FSA passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: front brake pads low (1500-2000 miles remaining approximately).

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