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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 VCAMOT history

LC61 VCA is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 204,754 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LC61 VCA 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 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
204,754 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
14,452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VCA
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
19 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VCA was last recorded at 204,754 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 11,589 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
193,165 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,589 miles
Average per year
14,452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,754 miles
  • 2025 – 193,165 miles
  • 2024 – 181,003 miles
  • 2023 – 163,814 miles
  • 2022 – 163,734 miles
  • 2021 – 160,019 miles
  • 2020 – 156,991 miles
  • 2019 – 146,642 miles
  • 2018 – 124,097 miles
  • 2017 – 104,002 miles
  • 2016 – 82,440 miles
  • 2015 – 57,630 miles
  • 2014 – 35,251 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,754 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped x2 (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing Very Low on Inner 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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass204,754 miles (+11,589)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    204,754 miles
    Test number
    929111300318
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped x2 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing Very Low on Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass193,165 miles (+12,162)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    193,165 miles
    Test number
    496188622907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass181,003 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    181,003 miles
    Test number
    539979274973
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail181,003 miles (+17,189)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,003 miles
    Test number
    731935831080
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass163,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    163,814 miles
    Test number
    805251600434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail163,814 miles (+80)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,814 miles
    Test number
    730918049670
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass163,734 miles (+3,715)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    163,734 miles
    Test number
    946330404382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass160,019 miles (+3,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    160,019 miles
    Test number
    156433292267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass156,991 miles (+10,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    156,991 miles
    Test number
    739044672811
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass146,642 miles (+22,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    146,642 miles
    Test number
    616978745294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect NSR . RECOMMEND RENEWAL. INGRESS OF DIRT DUE TO BROKEN DUST COVER. (SHOCKS SHOULD BE RENEWED IN PAIRS) (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryREAR INNER BRAKE PADS APPEAR WORN QUITE THIN.

  11. Pass124,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    124,097 miles
    Test number
    595762563860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail124,097 miles (+20,095)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,097 miles
    Test number
    598103223502
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass104,002 miles (+21,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    104,002 miles
    Test number
    632176289891
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

  14. Pass82,440 miles (+24,810)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,440 miles
    Test number
    109956723455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,630 miles (+22,379)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,630 miles
    Test number
    576189385112
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOsr tyre wearing on inner and outer edge (2mm)

  16. Pass35,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    35,251 miles
    Test number
    856749784185
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LC61 VCA

Does LC61 VCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 VCA is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VCA?
The MOT on LC61 VCA is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 VCA done?
LC61 VCA was recorded at 204,754 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 14,452 miles a year.
Has LC61 VCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VCA has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LC61 VCA 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 VCA find?
LC61 VCA passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped x2; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing very low on inner edge.

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