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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 JPUMOT history

LC61 JPU is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 156,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

LC61 JPU green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2027
Mileage
156,333 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 JPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
9 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 JPU was last recorded at 156,333 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 7,431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,902 miles · 12 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,431 miles
Average per year
11,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,333 miles
  • 2025 – 148,902 miles
  • 2024 – 140,290 miles
  • 2023 – 125,286 miles
  • 2022 – 108,640 miles
  • 2021 – 92,027 miles
  • 2020 – 83,961 miles
  • 2019 – 75,060 miles
  • 2018 – 61,396 miles
  • 2017 – 50,943 miles
  • 2016 – 39,185 miles
  • 2015 – 29,271 miles
  • 2014 – 22,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,333 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted

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.

  • Undertrays fitted.

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2015–2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,333 miles (+7,431)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    156,333 miles
    Test number
    563766973233
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted

  2. Pass148,902 miles (+8,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    148,902 miles
    Test number
    279252715132
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass140,290 miles (+15,004)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    140,290 miles
    Test number
    903149155319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray fitted

  4. Pass125,286 miles (+16,646)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    125,286 miles
    Test number
    199598381469
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & Undertray fitted viewing is restricted
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,640 miles (+16,613)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    108,640 miles
    Test number
    331054793294
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass92,027 miles (+8,066)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    92,027 miles
    Test number
    262536564856
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  7. Pass83,961 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    83,961 miles
    Test number
    855101501305
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre on 3mm.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner brake light not working.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  8. Fail83,961 miles (+8,901)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,961 miles
    Test number
    211463040100
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre on 3mm.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner brake light not working.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  9. Pass75,060 miles (+13,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,060 miles
    Test number
    261611099339
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  10. Pass61,396 miles (+10,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,396 miles
    Test number
    489111775535
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished and worn on outer edges.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  11. Pass50,943 miles (+11,758)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    50,943 miles
    Test number
    971630339892
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres on 3mm on edges.
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  12. Pass39,185 miles (+9,914)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    39,185 miles
    Test number
    445649900733
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  13. Pass29,271 miles (+7,134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    29,271 miles
    Test number
    548235728026
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  14. Pass22,137 miles (+97)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    22,137 miles
    Test number
    479867454404
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail22,040 miles2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,040 miles
    Test number
    277733354346
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LC61 JPU

Does LC61 JPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 JPU is valid until 27 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 JPU?
The MOT on LC61 JPU is valid until 27 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 JPU done?
LC61 JPU was recorded at 156,333 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 11,373 miles a year.
Has LC61 JPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 JPU has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LC61 JPU 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 JPU find?
LC61 JPU passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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