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BMW X3

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

LC61 VAKMOT history

LC61 VAK is a white diesel BMW X3 first used on 11 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 160,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2026.

LC61 VAK white BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
160,510 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VAK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
11 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VAK was last recorded at 160,510 miles on 14 Feb 2026, 4,232 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,278 miles · 22 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,232 miles
Average per year
7,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,510 miles
  • 2025 – 156,278 miles
  • 2024 – 151,534 miles
  • 2023 – 145,818 miles
  • 2022 – 138,291 miles
  • 2021 – 133,845 miles
  • 2020 – 130,171 miles
  • 2019 – 121,079 miles
  • 2018 – 112,783 miles
  • 2017 – 104,816 miles
  • 2016 – 93,880 miles
  • 2014 – 78,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,510 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryEngine cover/under traysRecorded 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.

  • Under-trays and engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 8 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,510 miles (+4,232)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    160,510 miles
    Test number
    339266403905
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under trays

  2. Pass156,278 miles (+4,744)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    156,278 miles
    Test number
    753117841227
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under trays

  3. Pass151,534 miles (+5,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    151,534 miles
    Test number
    456885375458
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted

  4. Pass145,818 miles (+7,527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    145,818 miles
    Test number
    559205908320
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted

  5. Pass138,291 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    138,291 miles
    Test number
    225188236272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail138,290 miles (+4,445)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,290 miles
    Test number
    385213279477
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner tail lamp inop (side light)

  7. Pass133,845 miles (+3,674)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    133,845 miles
    Test number
    524859091382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass130,171 miles (+9,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    130,171 miles
    Test number
    608986246876
    • AdvisoryCentral locking fault.
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake disc backing plates insecure.

  9. Pass121,079 miles (+8,296)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    121,079 miles
    Test number
    545248221276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,783 miles (+7,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    112,783 miles
    Test number
    133364781123
    • 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)

  11. Pass104,816 miles (+10,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    104,816 miles
    Test number
    403442321270
    • 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)

  12. Pass93,880 miles (+15,621)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    93,880 miles
    Test number
    872672365293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,259 miles (+372)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    78,259 miles
    Test number
    819217244332
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail77,887 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,887 miles
    Test number
    548442944349
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LC61 VAK

Does LC61 VAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 VAK is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VAK?
The MOT on LC61 VAK is valid until 3 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 VAK done?
LC61 VAK was recorded at 160,510 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2026, an average of 7,386 miles a year.
Has LC61 VAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VAK has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LC61 VAK 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 VAK find?
LC61 VAK passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; engine cover/under trays.

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