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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM11 GWCMOT history

LM11 GWC is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 175,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

LM11 GWC black 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 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
175,778 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 GWC
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
11 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 GWC was last recorded at 175,778 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,765 miles · 10 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
9,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,778 miles
  • 2025 – 164,645 miles
  • 2024 – 156,513 miles
  • 2023 – 150,506 miles
  • 2022 – 143,829 miles
  • 2021 – 135,584 miles
  • 2020 – 128,389 miles
  • 2019 – 122,812 miles
  • 2018 – 117,431 miles
  • 2017 – 104,325 miles
  • 2016 – 92,252 miles
  • 2015 – 77,258 miles
  • 2014 – 61,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,778 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryDash brake warning light staying onRecorded 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake warning light on dash on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both front brake discs appear slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Child seats fitted to rear of vehicle. Unable to fully inspect condition of seat belts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm of tread left (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,778 miles (+13)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    175,778 miles
    Test number
    992126625969
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDash brake warning light staying on

  2. Fail175,765 miles (+11,120)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,765 miles
    Test number
    127051893488
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured inner edge x2 places (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction LARGE PHONE HOLDER (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryDash brake warning light staying on

  3. Pass164,645 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    164,645 miles
    Test number
    441176823787
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail164,613 miles (+8,100)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,613 miles
    Test number
    909948663620
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass156,513 miles (+6,007)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    156,513 miles
    Test number
    698670887072
    • 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))

  6. Pass150,506 miles (+6,677)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    150,506 miles
    Test number
    230338201945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass143,829 miles (+8,245)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    143,829 miles
    Test number
    654502457536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass135,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    135,584 miles
    Test number
    418666156748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail135,584 miles (+7,195)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,584 miles
    Test number
    778032806335
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass128,389 miles (+5,577)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    128,389 miles
    Test number
    641072643627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,812 miles (+5,381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,812 miles
    Test number
    258746190264
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake warning light stays on but functioning correctly

  12. Pass117,431 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    117,431 miles
    Test number
    477398539960
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash on

  13. Fail117,431 miles (+13,106)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,431 miles
    Test number
    666313704275
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash on

  14. Pass104,325 miles (+80)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    104,325 miles
    Test number
    887883839655
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs appear slightly worn
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted to rear of vehicle. Unable to fully inspect condition of seat belts
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm of tread left (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight irregular tread wear to both front tyres

  15. Fail104,245 miles (+11,993)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,245 miles
    Test number
    967179666050
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords also exposed (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Advisory'Run flat' warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs appear slightly worn
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted to rear of vehicle. Unable to fully inspect condition of seat belts
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm of tread left (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight irregular tread wear to both front tyres

  16. Pass92,252 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    92,252 miles
    Test number
    593678280008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail92,251 miles (+14,993)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,251 miles
    Test number
    682868842046
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  18. Pass77,258 miles (+15,388)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    77,258 miles
    Test number
    937003175186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,870 miles (+1,582)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    61,870 miles
    Test number
    856244874134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,288 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,288 miles
    Test number
    238060824157
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage nearside front tyre sidewall.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration front number plate.
    • NoteStone cuts tyre treads.

Questions about LM11 GWC

Does LM11 GWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 GWC is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 GWC?
The MOT on LM11 GWC is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 GWC done?
LM11 GWC was recorded at 175,778 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 9,332 miles a year.
Has LM11 GWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 GWC has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LM11 GWC 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 GWC find?
LM11 GWC passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive; dash brake warning light staying on.

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