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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LL61 ELHMOT history

LL61 ELH is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 15 MOT tests, with 141,145 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LL61 ELH black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
141,145 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
14 passed · 1 failed
Per year
10,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 ELH
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
22 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 ELH was last recorded at 141,145 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,145 miles · 20 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,145 miles
  • 2025 – 131,836 miles
  • 2024 – 120,286 miles
  • 2023 – 107,436 miles
  • 2022 – 98,801 miles
  • 2021 – 88,200 miles
  • 2020 – 84,594 miles
  • 2019 – 78,740 miles
  • 2018 – 71,801 miles
  • 2017 – 60,527 miles
  • 2016 – 42,595 miles
  • 2015 – 22,317 miles
  • 2014 – 20,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,145 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slight damageRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass141,145 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    141,145 miles
    Test number
    943271912116
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slight damage

  2. Fail141,145 miles (+9,309)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,145 miles
    Test number
    213278146675
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slight damage

  3. Pass131,836 miles (+11,550)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    131,836 miles
    Test number
    267139052487
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass120,286 miles (+12,850)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    120,286 miles
    Test number
    947967189680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass107,436 miles (+8,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    107,436 miles
    Test number
    449037213371
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass98,801 miles (+10,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    98,801 miles
    Test number
    938580670352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass88,200 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,200 miles
    Test number
    956798253402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,653 miles (+2,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    86,653 miles
    Test number
    472532233447
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check underside fully due to covers

  9. Pass84,594 miles (+5,854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    84,594 miles
    Test number
    252978290642
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check underside and outer sills fully due to covers

  10. Pass78,740 miles (+6,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,740 miles
    Test number
    933273416062
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SLIGHT WEAR INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass71,801 miles (+11,274)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    71,801 miles
    Test number
    564453723652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,527 miles (+17,932)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,527 miles
    Test number
    462334786432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,595 miles (+20,278)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    42,595 miles
    Test number
    962510341737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,317 miles (+1,323)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    22,317 miles
    Test number
    939117675006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,994 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    20,994 miles
    Test number
    716703934365
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LL61 ELH

Does LL61 ELH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 ELH is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL61 ELH?
The MOT on LL61 ELH is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL61 ELH done?
LL61 ELH was recorded at 141,145 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 10,100 miles a year.
Has LL61 ELH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 ELH has failed 1 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LL61 ELH 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 LL61 ELH find?
LL61 ELH passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front fog light missing; nearside front road wheel slight damage.

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