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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM61 JBZMOT history

LM61 JBZ is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 153,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LM61 JBZ 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 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
153,469 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 JBZ
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
11 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 JBZ was last recorded at 153,469 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 124 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,345 miles · 10 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
124 miles
Average per year
10,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 153,469 miles
  • 2024 – 146,784 miles
  • 2023 – 129,661 miles
  • 2022 – 113,534 miles
  • 2021 – 101,164 miles
  • 2020 – 91,263 miles
  • 2019 – 80,850 miles
  • 2018 – 65,732 miles
  • 2017 – 56,215 miles
  • 2016 – 45,861 miles
  • 2015 – 37,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,469 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad 70% worn other side 40% worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,469 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    153,469 miles
    Test number
    192490231931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail153,345 miles (+6,561)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,345 miles
    Test number
    941730969480
    • MajorSeat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass146,784 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    146,784 miles
    Test number
    405200541135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad 70% worn other side 40% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail146,783 miles (+17,122)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,783 miles
    Test number
    490131682017
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working side light in op pos (LED) (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad 70% worn other side 40% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass129,661 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    129,661 miles
    Test number
    809658164799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail129,661 miles (+16,127)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,661 miles
    Test number
    333528108098
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass113,534 miles (+12,370)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    113,534 miles
    Test number
    104584642936
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very bad outer edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very bad outer edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Under 3mm , inner edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass101,164 miles (+9,901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,164 miles
    Test number
    657784712740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass91,263 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,263 miles
    Test number
    547188998681
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail91,263 miles (+10,413)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,263 miles
    Test number
    806716381741
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass80,850 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,850 miles
    Test number
    750079175483
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Camp Broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail80,850 miles (+15,118)2 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,850 miles
    Test number
    676547366691
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Camp Broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Smooth Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass65,732 miles (+9,517)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    65,732 miles
    Test number
    100049804086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass56,215 miles (+10,354)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    56,215 miles
    Test number
    582239879414
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  15. Pass45,861 miles (+3,120)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    45,861 miles
    Test number
    105444020048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,741 miles (+5,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    42,741 miles
    Test number
    616394261534
    • AdvisoryNail in o/s/r tyre

  17. Pass37,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    37,642 miles
    Test number
    967841545083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 JBZ

Does LM61 JBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 JBZ is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM61 JBZ?
The MOT on LM61 JBZ is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 JBZ done?
LM61 JBZ was recorded at 153,469 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 10,768 miles a year.
Has LM61 JBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 JBZ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 JBZ 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 JBZ find?
LM61 JBZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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