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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM11 ZLUMOT history

LM11 ZLU is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 154,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

LM11 ZLU blue 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 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
154,876 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 ZLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
9 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 ZLU was last recorded at 154,876 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,810 miles · 16 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
66 miles
Average per year
11,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,876 miles
  • 2025 – 147,201 miles
  • 2024 – 137,550 miles
  • 2023 – 127,251 miles
  • 2022 – 118,646 miles
  • 2021 – 109,735 miles
  • 2020 – 101,420 miles
  • 2019 – 88,915 miles
  • 2018 – 75,217 miles
  • 2017 – 63,121 miles
  • 2016 – 44,685 miles
  • 2015 – 26,331 miles
  • 2014 – 22,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,876 miles
  • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass154,876 miles (+66)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    154,876 miles
    Test number
    559899813683
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail154,810 miles (+7,609)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,810 miles
    Test number
    964715836793
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass147,201 miles (+9,651)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    147,201 miles
    Test number
    447530307113
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass137,550 miles (+10,299)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    137,550 miles
    Test number
    244793466678
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass127,251 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    127,251 miles
    Test number
    450460068465
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail127,251 miles (+8,605)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,251 miles
    Test number
    931010809115
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass118,646 miles (+188)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    118,646 miles
    Test number
    270430838083
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail118,458 miles (+8,723)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,458 miles
    Test number
    507956606901
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass109,735 miles (+8,315)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    109,735 miles
    Test number
    702093195635
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass101,420 miles (+12,505)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,420 miles
    Test number
    341910293626
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass88,915 miles (+13,698)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    88,915 miles
    Test number
    614688626276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,217 miles (+12,096)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    75,217 miles
    Test number
    521679444950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass63,121 miles (+18,436)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    63,121 miles
    Test number
    328843543796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,685 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    44,685 miles
    Test number
    289550540817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail44,685 miles (+18,354)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,685 miles
    Test number
    426155174469
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tps and nailed (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass26,331 miles (+3,627)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    26,331 miles
    Test number
    147471275488
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass22,704 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    22,704 miles
    Test number
    748010244170
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteFront tyres wqorn on edge

Questions about LM11 ZLU

Does LM11 ZLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 ZLU is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 ZLU?
The MOT on LM11 ZLU is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 ZLU done?
LM11 ZLU was recorded at 154,876 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 11,170 miles a year.
Has LM11 ZLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 ZLU has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM11 ZLU 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 ZLU find?
LM11 ZLU passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive.

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