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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM61 DJKMOT history

LM61 DJK is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 168,684 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

LM61 DJK 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 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
168,684 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 DJK
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
2 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 DJK was last recorded at 168,684 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 8,835 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,849 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,835 miles
Average per year
11,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,684 miles
  • 2025 – 159,849 miles
  • 2024 – 149,833 miles
  • 2023 – 141,785 miles
  • 2022 – 133,994 miles
  • 2021 – 125,244 miles
  • 2020 – 111,238 miles
  • 2019 – 98,309 miles
  • 2018 – 85,195 miles
  • 2016 – 68,856 miles
  • 2015 – 53,547 miles
  • 2014 – 37,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,684 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront coil springs cant be checked due to covers being fitted
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexi damaged

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass168,684 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    168,684 miles
    Test number
    472528635602
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs cant be checked due to covers being fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi damaged

  2. Fail168,684 miles (+8,835)3 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,684 miles
    Test number
    902010651615
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs cant be checked due to covers being fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi damaged

  3. Pass159,849 miles (+10,016)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    159,849 miles
    Test number
    998324975439
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs cant be inspected due to covers being fitted

  4. Pass149,833 miles (+418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    149,833 miles
    Test number
    897430561597
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Fail149,415 miles (+7,630)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,415 miles
    Test number
    392916331324
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  6. Pass141,785 miles (+7,791)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    141,785 miles
    Test number
    943451440158
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass133,994 miles (+8,750)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    133,994 miles
    Test number
    195479421488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass125,244 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    125,244 miles
    Test number
    216641388490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail125,244 miles (+14,006)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,244 miles
    Test number
    800875891640
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass111,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    111,238 miles
    Test number
    820348597129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail111,238 miles (+12,929)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,238 miles
    Test number
    695195250080
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass98,309 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    98,309 miles
    Test number
    415548205813
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail98,303 miles (+13,108)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,303 miles
    Test number
    686473121222
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass85,195 miles (+16,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    85,195 miles
    Test number
    327168124163
    • AdvisoryLOW EMISSIONS, NO DSM PRINTOUT.

  15. Pass68,856 miles (+15,309)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    68,856 miles
    Test number
    192597967829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear stop light inop other lamp working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass53,547 miles (+16,369)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    53,547 miles
    Test number
    612921643752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre valve cracking slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a deep cut in tread but not too cords
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre valve cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre valve cracking
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted nt allowing inspection of some components

  17. Pass37,178 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    37,178 miles
    Test number
    166983094264
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM61 DJK

Does LM61 DJK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 DJK is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 DJK?
The MOT on LM61 DJK is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 DJK done?
LM61 DJK was recorded at 168,684 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 11,494 miles a year.
Has LM61 DJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 DJK has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 DJK 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 DJK find?
LM61 DJK passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front coil springs cant be checked due to covers being fitted, and 2 more.

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