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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM11 VZLMOT history

LM11 VZL is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 May 2011. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2026 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 184,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2025.

LM11 VZL grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2026
Mileage
184,199 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2025
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 VZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
16 May 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 VZL was last recorded at 184,199 miles on 19 Feb 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,197 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
12,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 184,199 miles
  • 2024 – 168,362 miles
  • 2023 – 142,406 miles
  • 2022 – 129,201 miles
  • 2021 – 116,874 miles
  • 2020 – 110,480 miles
  • 2019 – 105,434 miles
  • 2018 – 95,906 miles
  • 2017 – 85,127 miles
  • 2016 – 74,500 miles
  • 2015 – 63,683 miles
  • 2014 – 50,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,199 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake caliper anti rattle clip missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake caliper anti rattle clip missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPark brake has little reserve travelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,199 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    184,199 miles
    Test number
    104245113407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake caliper anti rattle clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake caliper anti rattle clip missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has little reserve travel

  2. Fail184,197 miles (+15,835)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,197 miles
    Test number
    888222833824
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake caliper anti rattle clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake caliper anti rattle clip missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has little reserve travel

  3. Pass168,362 miles (+25,956)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    168,362 miles
    Test number
    176238895081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass142,406 miles (+13,205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    142,406 miles
    Test number
    673536057400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive FROM ENGINE UNDERTRAY OBSCURING VIEW (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,201 miles (+12,327)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    129,201 miles
    Test number
    969462938565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass116,874 miles (+6,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    116,874 miles
    Test number
    547727185336
    • 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))

  7. Pass110,480 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    110,480 miles
    Test number
    856189916883
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail110,480 miles (+5,046)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,480 miles
    Test number
    316989238962
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass105,434 miles (+9,528)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    105,434 miles
    Test number
    484933343263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,906 miles (+10,779)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    95,906 miles
    Test number
    371385792649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,127 miles (+10,627)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    85,127 miles
    Test number
    568995821304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,500 miles (+10,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    74,500 miles
    Test number
    167815774703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass63,683 miles (+13,074)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,683 miles
    Test number
    469953185109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,609 miles
    Test number
    297743994433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail50,609 miles (+77)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,609 miles
    Test number
    669432694108
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass50,532 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    50,532 miles
    Test number
    589605234170
    • 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)

  17. Fail50,532 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,532 miles
    Test number
    296982334411
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)

Questions about LM11 VZL

Does LM11 VZL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM11 VZL expired on 18 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM11 VZL?
The MOT on LM11 VZL expired on 18 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM11 VZL done?
LM11 VZL was recorded at 184,199 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2025, an average of 12,404 miles a year.
Has LM11 VZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 VZL has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LM11 VZL 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 VZL find?
LM11 VZL passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake caliper anti rattle clip missing; offside rear brake caliper anti rattle clip missing; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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