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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LL61 AROMOT history

LL61 ARO is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 18 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 80,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

LL61 ARO black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
80,480 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 ARO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 ARO was last recorded at 80,480 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 6,123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Aug 2023: 69,825 miles, lower than 112,292 miles on 14 Jul 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
74,357 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,123 miles
Average per year
5,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,480 miles
  • 2025 – 74,357 miles
  • 2023 – 69,826 miles
  • 2022 – 65,161 miles
  • 2021 – 64,141 miles
  • 2020 – 61,212 miles
  • 2019 – 47,723 miles
  • 2017 – 24,010 miles
  • 2016 – 19,800 miles
  • 2015 – 16,497 miles
  • 2014 – 12,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,480 miles
  • AdvisoryLower under body plastics preventing full inspection
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner rack end slight movment

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 24 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,480 miles (+6,123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    80,480 miles
    Test number
    229809968065
    • AdvisoryLower under body plastics preventing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner rack end slight movment

  2. Pass74,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    74,357 miles
    Test number
    879273625920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass118,684 km1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,684 km
    Test number
    942325016277
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Pass69,826 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    69,826 miles
    Test number
    466406983343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail69,825 miles (-42,467)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,825 miles
    Test number
    793186270102
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail112,292 miles (+47,131)1 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,292 miles
    Test number
    473305099286
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge 225/60/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox requires attention, noisy / rough drive, oil level requires checking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) requires replacement, not a testable item, responsible to osf tyre failure

  7. Pass65,161 miles (+1,020)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    65,161 miles
    Test number
    852444860432
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass64,141 miles (+2,929)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    64,141 miles
    Test number
    504192226966
    • AdvisoryCentral Front propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass61,212 miles (+13,489)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    61,212 miles
    Test number
    595591012342
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass47,723 miles (+23,713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    47,723 miles
    Test number
    477869302611
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass24,010 miles (+4,210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    24,010 miles
    Test number
    822672472224
    • AdvisoryDiesel emission tested but no reading recorded.

  12. Pass19,800 miles (+3,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    19,800 miles
    Test number
    118361028682
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  13. Pass16,497 miles (+3,728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    16,497 miles
    Test number
    925154577010
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryTop & under trays fitted

  14. Pass12,769 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    12,769 miles
    Test number
    249667294230
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer edge on tyre 2mm inner edge 4mm tracking off
    • NoteN/s/r child seat fitted at time of test
    • NoteO/s/r child seat fitted at time of test
    • NoteRear brake pads about 1/2 worn 5mm

Questions about LL61 ARO

Does LL61 ARO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 ARO is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL61 ARO?
The MOT on LL61 ARO is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL61 ARO done?
LL61 ARO was recorded at 80,480 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 5,804 miles a year.
Has LL61 ARO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 ARO has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LL61 ARO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Aug 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL61 ARO find?
LL61 ARO passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: lower under body plastics preventing full inspection; offside rear inner rack end slight movment.

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