BMW 3 Series
White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc
LG11 BNZMOT history
LG11 BNZ is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 173,688 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 17 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 173,688 mi
- At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 22
- 14 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 10,502 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LG11 BNZ
- 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
- 1 Mar 2011
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LG11 BNZ was last recorded at 173,688 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 2,977 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 11 Jun 2024: 84,334 miles, lower than 162,326 miles on 15 Jun 2023.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 170,711 miles · 23 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 2,977 miles
- Average per year
- 10,502 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 173,688 miles
- 2025 – 170,711 miles
- 2024 – 166,894 miles
- 2023 – 162,326 miles
- 2022 – 154,865 miles
- 2021 – 149,252 miles
- 2020 – 130,691 miles
- 2019 – 107,745 miles
- 2018 – 84,001 miles
- 2017 – 75,367 miles
- 2016 – 72,950 miles
- 2015 – 53,386 miles
- 2014 – 41,937 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass173,688 miles
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
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.
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault
Major3 MOTs, 2024
Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both inner rear hose
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Central Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off missing screw from o/s
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Emissions unable to be completed engine oil level low
Major2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount bearings are visible - worn
Major2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
22 tests since 3 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass173,688 miles (+2,977)2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 173,688 miles
- Test number
- 812538659537
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass170,711 miles (+120)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 170,711 miles
- Test number
- 771357094342
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail170,591 miles (+42)3 major3 minor13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,591 miles
- Test number
- 198454512029
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine oil level low (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount bearings are visible - worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Brake inadequately mounted brake hose bracket rubbing against another hose mounting point (1.1.21 (c))
- MinorNearside Rear Electrical wiring insecure abs wiring rubbing on rear coil spring (4.11 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure abs wiring rubbing on Anti roll bar linkage (4.11 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both inner rear hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off missing screw from o/s (0.1 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Front oil dipstick tube bracket broken
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside OBD port loose
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake wear indicator wiring loose - not clipped in correctly
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside bonnet release handle broken - cable ties in place instead
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail170,549 miles (+3,655)2 dangerous8 major3 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,549 miles
- Test number
- 884061230440
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tear all round inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tear all round inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine oil level low (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount bearings are visible - worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake inadequately mounted brake hose bracket rubbing/worn against linkage (1.1.21 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged rubbed/worn thin (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Electrical wiring insecure abs wiring rubbing on rear coil spring (4.11 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure abs wiring rubbing on Anti roll bar linkage (4.11 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both inner rear hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off missing screw from o/s (0.1 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front oil dipstick tube bracket broken
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside OBD port loose
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn slightly inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside bonnet release handle broken - cable ties in place instead
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass166,894 miles (+6)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 166,894 miles
- Test number
- 520601965240
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail166,888 miles (+8)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 166,888 miles
- Test number
- 848511289404
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
Fail166,880 miles (+82,546)5 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 166,880 miles
- Test number
- 299242622426
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTPMS indicates a fault.
Fail84,334 miles (-77,992)1 dangerous11 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,334 miles
- Test number
- 735575757012
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective - (Additional) release handle failure (3.1 (c))
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory- Suspension, chassis and its braking components have varied stages of corrosion
- Advisory- TPMS indicates fault
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect - NS/OS (5.3.2 (d))
Pass162,326 miles (+82)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 162,326 miles
- Test number
- 719676161877
- AdvisoryPark brake performance only 17%
Fail162,244 miles (+7,379)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,244 miles
- Test number
- 797264619586
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryPark brake performance only 17%
Pass154,865 miles (+5,613)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 154,865 miles
- Test number
- 577641683645
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass149,252 miles (+18,561)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 149,252 miles
- Test number
- 135515805601
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass130,691 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jun 2021
- Odometer
- 130,691 miles
- Test number
- 379228686306
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail130,688 miles (+22,943)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,688 miles
- Test number
- 572284521103
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass107,745 miles (+23,744)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 107,745 miles
- Test number
- 476704331595
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass84,001 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 84,001 miles
- Test number
- 732061472677
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
Fail84,001 miles (+8,634)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,001 miles
- Test number
- 353630655501
- FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass75,367 miles (+2,417)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 75,367 miles
- Test number
- 671923167374
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass72,950 miles (+19,564)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 72,950 miles
- Test number
- 129817070139
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass53,386 miles (+11,449)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 53,386 miles
- Test number
- 995837975064
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass41,937 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 41,937 miles
- Test number
- 926122464068
- NoteUndercover fitted
Pass41,937 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 41,937 miles
- Test number
- 298532064010
- NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges
Questions about LG11 BNZ
- Does LG11 BNZ currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG11 BNZ is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LG11 BNZ?
- The MOT on LG11 BNZ is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LG11 BNZ done?
- LG11 BNZ was recorded at 173,688 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 10,502 miles a year.
- Has LG11 BNZ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LG11 BNZ has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2025.
- Has the mileage on LG11 BNZ ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jun 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on LG11 BNZ find?
- LG11 BNZ passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side, and 2 more.
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