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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM61 EMVMOT history

LM61 EMV is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 150,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

LM61 EMV 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 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
150,708 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 EMV
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
14 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 EMV was last recorded at 150,708 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,570 miles · 21 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
138 miles
Average per year
8,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,708 miles
  • 2024 – 143,115 miles
  • 2023 – 133,978 miles
  • 2022 – 124,663 miles
  • 2021 – 115,402 miles
  • 2020 – 109,617 miles
  • 2019 – 104,729 miles
  • 2018 – 95,716 miles
  • 2017 – 85,120 miles
  • 2016 – 75,597 miles
  • 2015 – 66,521 miles
  • 2014 – 50,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,708 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Headlight washers don't retract on their own

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,708 miles (+138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    150,708 miles
    Test number
    510961273947
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail150,570 miles (+7,455)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,570 miles
    Test number
    277056386312
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass143,115 miles (+9,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    143,115 miles
    Test number
    223110154883
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass133,978 miles (+9,315)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,978 miles
    Test number
    312377594830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,663 miles (+9,261)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,663 miles
    Test number
    553343172537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass115,402 miles (+5,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,402 miles
    Test number
    120224957064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Pass109,617 miles (+4,888)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    109,617 miles
    Test number
    598940121252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,729 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,729 miles
    Test number
    409166116529
    • AdvisoryHeadlight washers don't retract on their own

  9. Fail104,725 miles (+9,009)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,725 miles
    Test number
    688650885835
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer side wall 225/45R17 RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight washers don't retract on their own

  10. Pass95,716 miles (+10,596)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,716 miles
    Test number
    511318912197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,120 miles (+9,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    85,120 miles
    Test number
    210270759122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge 225/45r17 (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass75,597 miles (+9,076)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    75,597 miles
    Test number
    927446130170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm. 225/45R17 91v rft (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass66,521 miles (+16,263)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,521 miles
    Test number
    142639024445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,258 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    50,258 miles
    Test number
    235292304378
    • NoteO/s/f tyre bald at outer edge

Questions about LM61 EMV

Does LM61 EMV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 EMV is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 EMV?
The MOT on LM61 EMV is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 EMV done?
LM61 EMV was recorded at 150,708 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 8,777 miles a year.
Has LM61 EMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 EMV has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 EMV 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 EMV find?
LM61 EMV passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides.

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