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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM11 FVZMOT history

LM11 FVZ is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 105,986 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

LM11 FVZ silver 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 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
105,986 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 FVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 FVZ was last recorded at 105,986 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 56 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,930 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
56 miles
Average per year
5,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,986 miles
  • 2025 – 101,733 miles
  • 2024 – 96,042 miles
  • 2023 – 90,201 miles
  • 2022 – 83,959 miles
  • 2021 – 77,883 miles
  • 2020 – 76,753 miles
  • 2019 – 74,715 miles
  • 2018 – 70,360 miles
  • 2017 – 63,409 miles
  • 2016 – 56,042 miles
  • 2015 – 47,754 miles
  • 2014 – 37,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,986 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,986 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    105,986 miles
    Test number
    949613871538
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail105,930 miles (+4,197)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,930 miles
    Test number
    290295506895
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass101,733 miles (+5,691)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    101,733 miles
    Test number
    573709492286
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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. Pass96,042 miles (+5,841)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    96,042 miles
    Test number
    539381321519
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front clamp cracked. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rears.

  5. Pass90,201 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    90,201 miles
    Test number
    891600223003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail90,201 miles (+6,242)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,201 miles
    Test number
    758928525986
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass83,959 miles (+6,076)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    83,959 miles
    Test number
    286686863175
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass77,883 miles (+1,130)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    77,883 miles
    Test number
    221857562561
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi section slightly deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  9. Pass76,753 miles (+2,038)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    76,753 miles
    Test number
    573636209155
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down to between 2-2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass74,715 miles (+4,355)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,715 miles
    Test number
    600655132048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass70,360 miles (+6,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,360 miles
    Test number
    453127382272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass63,409 miles (+7,367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    63,409 miles
    Test number
    660807976722
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass56,042 miles (+8,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    56,042 miles
    Test number
    683560517043
    • AdvisoryNon run flat tyres fitted to rear,run flats fitted to front

  14. Pass47,754 miles (+1,500)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    47,754 miles
    Test number
    896459525227
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass46,254 miles (+8,879)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    46,254 miles
    Test number
    387827245057
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass37,375 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    37,375 miles
    Test number
    548030174051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM11 FVZ

Does LM11 FVZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 FVZ is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 FVZ?
The MOT on LM11 FVZ is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 FVZ done?
LM11 FVZ was recorded at 105,986 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 5,524 miles a year.
Has LM11 FVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 FVZ has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LM11 FVZ 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 FVZ find?
LM11 FVZ passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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