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Vauxhall Vivaro

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM61 BCUMOT history

LM61 BCU is a silver diesel Vauxhall Vivaro first used on 13 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 159,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

LM61 BCU silver Vauxhall Vivaro – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Vivaro, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
159,290 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,839 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 BCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vivaro
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
13 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 BCU was last recorded at 159,290 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 10,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,211 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,079 miles
Average per year
11,839 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,290 miles
  • 2025 – 149,211 miles
  • 2024 – 139,688 miles
  • 2023 – 129,836 miles
  • 2022 – 120,660 miles
  • 2021 – 110,849 miles
  • 2020 – 97,227 miles
  • 2019 – 83,940 miles
  • 2018 – 68,741 miles
  • 2017 – 54,418 miles
  • 2015 – 32,925 miles
  • 2014 – 20,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,290 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,290 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    159,290 miles
    Test number
    486728325337
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail159,290 miles (+10,079)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,290 miles
    Test number
    835557635298
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass149,211 miles (+9,523)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    149,211 miles
    Test number
    290673794519
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing slightly noisy NSF/OSF (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front ABS Sensor Wiring Insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,688 miles (+9,852)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    139,688 miles
    Test number
    363612402304
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near Fuel Tank (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass129,836 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    129,836 miles
    Test number
    328886891902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail129,836 miles (+9,176)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,836 miles
    Test number
    546907544697
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass120,660 miles (+9,811)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    120,660 miles
    Test number
    544585790461
    • AdvisoryCentre brake lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 1.6mm legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass110,849 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    110,849 miles
    Test number
    103678121122
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail110,848 miles (+13,621)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,848 miles
    Test number
    728864338935
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar attachment defective bolt missing (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass97,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    97,227 miles
    Test number
    198590014717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,227 miles (+13,287)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,227 miles
    Test number
    469304159254
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass83,940 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,940 miles
    Test number
    675658112850
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail83,934 miles (+15,193)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,934 miles
    Test number
    544691786554
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass68,741 miles (+14,323)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    68,741 miles
    Test number
    198499376833
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass54,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    54,418 miles
    Test number
    228146775879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,418 miles (+21,493)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,418 miles
    Test number
    679121447887
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure clip missing (2.5.C.1b)

  17. Pass32,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    32,925 miles
    Test number
    666712977513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail32,925 miles (+12,914)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,925 miles
    Test number
    803965518801
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass20,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    20,011 miles
    Test number
    936002984221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 BCU

Does LM61 BCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 BCU is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 BCU?
The MOT on LM61 BCU is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 BCU done?
LM61 BCU was recorded at 159,290 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 11,839 miles a year.
Has LM61 BCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 BCU has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 BCU 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 LM61 BCU find?
LM61 BCU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear starting to corrode; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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