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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 OENMOT history

LC61 OEN is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 175,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

LC61 OEN 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 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
175,462 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 OEN
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
25 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 OEN was last recorded at 175,462 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,456 miles · 9 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
8,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,462 miles
  • 2025 – 158,288 miles
  • 2024 – 153,166 miles
  • 2023 – 142,972 miles
  • 2022 – 139,388 miles
  • 2021 – 135,391 miles
  • 2020 – 129,686 miles
  • 2019 – 118,526 miles
  • 2016 – 92,971 miles
  • 2015 – 86,148 miles
  • 2014 – 79,977 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,462 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryThere's an outstanding recall on BMW 3 SERIES LC61OEN.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Under covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • All 4 brake discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass175,462 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    175,462 miles
    Test number
    611625945618
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryThere's an outstanding recall on BMW 3 SERIES LC61OEN.
  2. Fail175,456 miles (+17,168)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,456 miles
    Test number
    655654036303
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryThere's an outstanding recall on BMW 3 SERIES LC61OEN.
  3. Pass158,288 miles (+5,122)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    158,288 miles
    Test number
    570370076339
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear subframe
  4. Pass153,166 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    153,166 miles
    Test number
    241000862405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail153,151 miles (+10,179)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,151 miles
    Test number
    279833305769
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass142,972 miles (+3,584)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    142,972 miles
    Test number
    938007800706
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass139,388 miles (+3,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    139,388 miles
    Test number
    721203893058
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components
  8. Pass135,391 miles (+5,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    135,391 miles
    Test number
    955908018685
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components
  9. Pass129,686 miles (+11,160)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    129,686 miles
    Test number
    262517175271
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted not allowing a sfull inspection of some components
  10. Pass118,526 miles (+12,706)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,526 miles
    Test number
    629807221869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass105,820 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    105,820 miles
    Test number
    287895747160
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to register
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted at time of test
  12. Fail105,820 miles (+12,849)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,820 miles
    Test number
    605576678732
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to register
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted at time of test
  13. Pass92,971 miles (+6,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    92,971 miles
    Test number
    190133476028
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to vehicle
  14. Pass86,148 miles (+6,171)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    86,148 miles
    Test number
    635140795022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    79,977 miles
    Test number
    869395524357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,977 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,977 miles
    Test number
    826291324331
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LC61 OEN

Does LC61 OEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 OEN is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 OEN?
The MOT on LC61 OEN is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 OEN done?
LC61 OEN was recorded at 175,462 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 8,259 miles a year.
Has LC61 OEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 OEN has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 OEN 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 OEN find?
LC61 OEN passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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