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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 RAXMOT history

LC61 RAX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 155,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

LC61 RAX 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 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
155,224 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 RAX
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
23 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 RAX was last recorded at 155,224 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 96 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,128 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
96 miles
Average per year
9,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,224 miles
  • 2025 – 144,354 miles
  • 2024 – 139,806 miles
  • 2023 – 134,996 miles
  • 2022 – 127,864 miles
  • 2021 – 121,957 miles
  • 2020 – 119,095 miles
  • 2019 – 105,705 miles
  • 2018 – 89,704 miles
  • 2017 – 73,924 miles
  • 2016 – 58,772 miles
  • 2015 – 43,790 miles
  • 2014 – 42,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,224 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 29 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,224 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    155,224 miles
    Test number
    849247563822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail155,128 miles (+10,774)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,128 miles
    Test number
    461555619563
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass144,354 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    144,354 miles
    Test number
    649777653457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail144,354 miles (+4,548)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,354 miles
    Test number
    758257471688
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass139,806 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    139,806 miles
    Test number
    384997597782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail139,806 miles (+4,810)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,806 miles
    Test number
    193854880682
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass134,996 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    134,996 miles
    Test number
    677312024408
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine breather pipe damaged

  8. Fail134,995 miles (+7,131)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,995 miles
    Test number
    450578560376
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid fronts (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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 heavily worn on outer 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine breather pipe damaged

  9. Pass127,864 miles (+5,907)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    127,864 miles
    Test number
    889821352732
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass121,957 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    121,957 miles
    Test number
    587852891670
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe swollen under plastic coating, unable to fully inspect
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe swollen under plastic coating, unable to fully inspect

  11. Fail121,956 miles (+2,861)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,956 miles
    Test number
    150544189939
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe swollen under plastic coating, unable to fully inspect
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe swollen under plastic coating, unable to fully inspect

  12. Pass119,095 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    119,095 miles
    Test number
    503394304012
    • AdvisoryBody damaged

  13. Fail119,095 miles (+13,390)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,095 miles
    Test number
    676434036038
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody damaged

  14. Pass105,705 miles (+16,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    105,705 miles
    Test number
    184682732670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass89,704 miles (+15,780)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    89,704 miles
    Test number
    495256132007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass73,924 miles (+15,152)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,924 miles
    Test number
    986647201061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,772 miles (+14,982)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    58,772 miles
    Test number
    812556817476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,790 miles (+1,483)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,790 miles
    Test number
    548552085048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,307 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    42,307 miles
    Test number
    537362504331
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LC61 RAX

Does LC61 RAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 RAX is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 RAX?
The MOT on LC61 RAX is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 RAX done?
LC61 RAX was recorded at 155,224 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 9,950 miles a year.
Has LC61 RAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 RAX has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 RAX 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 RAX find?
LC61 RAX passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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