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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM11 PWUMOT history

LM11 PWU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 196,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

LM11 PWU 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 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
196,476 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 PWU
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
13 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 PWU was last recorded at 196,476 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 11,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,911 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,565 miles
Average per year
10,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,476 miles
  • 2025 – 184,911 miles
  • 2024 – 162,566 miles
  • 2023 – 148,961 miles
  • 2022 – 141,106 miles
  • 2021 – 132,356 miles
  • 2020 – 121,994 miles
  • 2019 – 111,778 miles
  • 2018 – 101,644 miles
  • 2017 – 93,134 miles
  • 2016 – 84,373 miles
  • 2015 – 76,032 miles
  • 2014 – 64,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,476 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass196,476 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    196,476 miles
    Test number
    104758630778
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail196,476 miles (+11,565)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,476 miles
    Test number
    757560941431
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass184,911 miles (+22,345)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    184,911 miles
    Test number
    324029424927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass162,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    162,566 miles
    Test number
    644989019848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail162,566 miles (+13,605)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,566 miles
    Test number
    733224362327
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass148,961 miles (+7,855)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    148,961 miles
    Test number
    700306683999
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass141,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    141,106 miles
    Test number
    235010676994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail141,106 miles (+8,750)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,106 miles
    Test number
    148500135638
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass132,356 miles (+10,362)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    132,356 miles
    Test number
    283494227933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,994 miles (+10,216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    121,994 miles
    Test number
    596067355561
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass111,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    111,778 miles
    Test number
    474587963890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail111,778 miles (+10,134)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,778 miles
    Test number
    656679820344
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  13. Pass101,644 miles (+8,510)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    101,644 miles
    Test number
    458600868520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass93,134 miles (+8,761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    93,134 miles
    Test number
    820932649197
    • AdvisoryFront tracking needs adjusting.

  15. Pass84,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    84,373 miles
    Test number
    321529810409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail84,373 miles (+8,341)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,373 miles
    Test number
    457690360439
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass76,032 miles (+11,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    76,032 miles
    Test number
    625775365002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass64,540 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    64,540 miles
    Test number
    966111424093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail64,540 miles1 failure1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,540 miles
    Test number
    688460924058
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM11 PWU

Does LM11 PWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 PWU is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 PWU?
The MOT on LM11 PWU is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 PWU done?
LM11 PWU was recorded at 196,476 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 10,559 miles a year.
Has LM11 PWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 PWU has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM11 PWU 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 PWU find?
LM11 PWU passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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