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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM11 ECXMOT history

LM11 ECX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 144,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

LM11 ECX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
144,816 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 ECX
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
26 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 ECX was last recorded at 144,816 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 8,699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,117 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,699 miles
Average per year
7,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,816 miles
  • 2024 – 136,117 miles
  • 2023 – 129,352 miles
  • 2022 – 122,489 miles
  • 2021 – 116,291 miles
  • 2020 – 109,258 miles
  • 2019 – 100,281 miles
  • 2018 – 93,293 miles
  • 2017 – 86,739 miles
  • 2016 – 81,364 miles
  • 2015 – 75,937 miles
  • 2014 – 56,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,816 miles
  • MinorRear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,816 miles (+8,699)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    144,816 miles
    Test number
    663854970077
    • MinorRear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Pass136,117 miles (+6,765)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,117 miles
    Test number
    922752393358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass129,352 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    129,352 miles
    Test number
    597240570856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail129,307 miles (+6,818)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,307 miles
    Test number
    970927664105
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front condensation in headlight
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass122,489 miles (+6,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    122,489 miles
    Test number
    271235426781
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass116,291 miles (+7,033)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    116,291 miles
    Test number
    367847180103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,258 miles (+8,977)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,258 miles
    Test number
    227965015209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass100,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,281 miles
    Test number
    980423588869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail100,281 miles (+6,988)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,281 miles
    Test number
    855436019348
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  10. Pass93,293 miles (+6,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,293 miles
    Test number
    602349369095
    • 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))
  11. Pass86,739 miles (+5,375)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    86,739 miles
    Test number
    737586249753
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass81,364 miles (+5,427)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    81,364 miles
    Test number
    112554650968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,937 miles (+19,451)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    75,937 miles
    Test number
    309309765154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    56,486 miles
    Test number
    199322124106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM11 ECX

Does LM11 ECX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 ECX is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM11 ECX?
The MOT on LM11 ECX is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 ECX done?
LM11 ECX was recorded at 144,816 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 7,634 miles a year.
Has LM11 ECX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 ECX has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LM11 ECX 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 LM11 ECX find?
LM11 ECX passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: rear inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides; front exhaust mounting defective; offside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 1 more.

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