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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 FTKMOT history

LC61 FTK is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 182,861 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

LC61 FTK black 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 10 Jan 2027
Mileage
182,861 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 FTK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
15 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 FTK was last recorded at 182,861 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 4,203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,658 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,203 miles
Average per year
12,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,861 miles
  • 2025 – 178,658 miles
  • 2024 – 172,849 miles
  • 2023 – 157,134 miles
  • 2022 – 146,680 miles
  • 2021 – 133,833 miles
  • 2020 – 123,824 miles
  • 2019 – 110,869 miles
  • 2018 – 97,475 miles
  • 2016 – 84,350 miles
  • 2015 – 60,463 miles
  • 2014 – 42,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,861 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Stone Chips Front Screen.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,861 miles (+4,203)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    182,861 miles
    Test number
    448832467222
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass178,658 miles (+5,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    178,658 miles
    Test number
    170242275123
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass172,849 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    172,849 miles
    Test number
    796417800796
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail172,849 miles (+15,715)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,849 miles
    Test number
    969411961956
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass157,134 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    157,134 miles
    Test number
    813363213192
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail157,127 miles (+10,447)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,127 miles
    Test number
    309755135143
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass146,680 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    146,680 miles
    Test number
    676608305724
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStone Chips Front Screen.

  8. Fail146,679 miles (+12,846)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,679 miles
    Test number
    151427214740
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStone Chips Front Screen.

  9. Pass133,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    133,833 miles
    Test number
    939255392067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail133,833 miles (+10,009)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,833 miles
    Test number
    225896392736
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass123,824 miles (+12,955)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,824 miles
    Test number
    359143090943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,869 miles (+13,394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    110,869 miles
    Test number
    359445278476
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre worn on outer edge and close to limit
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre close to legal limit
    • AdvisorySmall stone chips front screen

  13. Pass97,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    97,475 miles
    Test number
    298315520650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail97,471 miles (+13,121)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,471 miles
    Test number
    427026773233
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on outer edge.

  15. Pass84,350 miles (+23,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    84,350 miles
    Test number
    326849548041
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  16. Pass60,463 miles (+1,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    60,463 miles
    Test number
    155420928837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass59,438 miles (+16,860)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    59,438 miles
    Test number
    233085337242
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass42,578 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    42,578 miles
    Test number
    245521524338
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LC61 FTK

Does LC61 FTK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 FTK is valid until 10 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 FTK?
The MOT on LC61 FTK is valid until 10 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 FTK done?
LC61 FTK was recorded at 182,861 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 12,592 miles a year.
Has LC61 FTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 FTK has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LC61 FTK 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 FTK find?
LC61 FTK passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front inner brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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