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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM61 EMKMOT history

LM61 EMK is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 119,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

LM61 EMK white 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 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
119,510 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 EMK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 EMK was last recorded at 119,510 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 1,352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,158 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,352 miles
Average per year
6,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,510 miles
  • 2025 – 118,158 miles
  • 2024 – 115,147 miles
  • 2023 – 109,667 miles
  • 2022 – 100,919 miles
  • 2021 – 96,422 miles
  • 2020 – 93,061 miles
  • 2019 – 89,192 miles
  • 2018 – 82,861 miles
  • 2017 – 75,793 miles
  • 2016 – 66,899 miles
  • 2015 – 52,449 miles
  • 2014 – 47,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,510 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively disc discoloured and pads burnt (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,510 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    119,510 miles
    Test number
    565738275642
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively disc discoloured and pads burnt (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail119,510 miles (+1,352)1 dangerous2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,510 miles
    Test number
    583075420873
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively disc discoloured and pads burnt (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass118,158 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    118,158 miles
    Test number
    280337084751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail118,158 miles (+3,011)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,158 miles
    Test number
    819189221197
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass115,147 miles (+5,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    115,147 miles
    Test number
    873591221723
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass109,667 miles (+8,748)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    109,667 miles
    Test number
    741431740856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass100,919 miles (+4,497)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    100,919 miles
    Test number
    875279471644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass96,422 miles (+3,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    96,422 miles
    Test number
    946613329782
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass93,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    93,061 miles
    Test number
    309991214161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,061 miles (+3,869)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,061 miles
    Test number
    176867480140
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass89,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,192 miles
    Test number
    708840073427
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  12. Fail89,191 miles (+6,330)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,191 miles
    Test number
    607065765752
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  13. Pass82,861 miles (+7,068)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,861 miles
    Test number
    898633187599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,793 miles
    Test number
    863276314217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,793 miles (+8,894)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,793 miles
    Test number
    525490971628
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass66,899 miles (+14,450)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    66,899 miles
    Test number
    472201599975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,449 miles (+5,371)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    52,449 miles
    Test number
    399698305495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,078 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    47,078 miles
    Test number
    306891994225
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer rdges
    • NoteEmissions too clean for test
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle presented in wet conditions

Questions about LM61 EMK

Does LM61 EMK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 EMK is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 EMK?
The MOT on LM61 EMK is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 EMK done?
LM61 EMK was recorded at 119,510 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 6,147 miles a year.
Has LM61 EMK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 EMK has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 EMK 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 EMK find?
LM61 EMK passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively disc discoloured and pads burnt, and 4 more.

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