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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,000 cc

LM61 LMEMOT history

LM61 LME is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 28 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 120,899 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LM61 LME black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
120,899 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 LME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 LME was last recorded at 120,899 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 5,473 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,426 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,473 miles
Average per year
7,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,899 miles
  • 2025 – 115,426 miles
  • 2023 – 106,690 miles
  • 2022 – 100,921 miles
  • 2021 – 94,594 miles
  • 2020 – 87,526 miles
  • 2019 – 80,939 miles
  • 2018 – 72,946 miles
  • 2017 – 64,512 miles
  • 2016 – 48,058 miles
  • 2014 – 36,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,899 miles
  • AdvisoryChip in windscreen.
  • AdvisoryFront tyre treads wearing on outer edges.
  • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre tread very close to legal limit and screw in tread. Recommend replacement A.S.A.P.
  • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre tread very close to legal limit recommend replacement A.S.A.P.
  • AdvisoryOil leaks.
  • AdvisorySlight play in steering o/s.Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2017

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.

  • Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2023

  • All brake discs worn.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Deep cut n/s/f tyre tread.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • O/s/f tyre heavily worn on inner edge recommend replacement soon.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass120,899 miles (+5,473)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    120,899 miles
    Test number
    714189544014
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen.
    • AdvisoryFront tyre treads wearing on outer edges.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre tread very close to legal limit and screw in tread. Recommend replacement A.S.A.P.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre tread very close to legal limit recommend replacement A.S.A.P.
    • AdvisoryOil leaks.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering o/s.

  2. Pass115,426 miles (+8,736)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    115,426 miles
    Test number
    427997222554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,690 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    106,690 miles
    Test number
    230969007677
    • AdvisoryDiesel test passed trigger point not met.

  4. Fail106,690 miles (+5,769)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,690 miles
    Test number
    521900128042
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDiesel test passed trigger point not met.
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn.

  5. Pass100,921 miles (+6,327)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    100,921 miles
    Test number
    485403400767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,594 miles (+37)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    94,594 miles
    Test number
    998476089097
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs worn.
    • AdvisoryDeep cut n/s/f tyre tread.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre heavily worn on inner edge recommend replacement soon.
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering o/s

  7. Fail94,557 miles (+7,031)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,557 miles
    Test number
    334164367757
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs worn.
    • AdvisoryDeep cut n/s/f tyre tread.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre heavily worn on inner edge recommend replacement soon.
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering o/s
    • AdvisoryScrew in n/s/r tyre.

  8. Pass87,526 miles (+6,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    87,526 miles
    Test number
    235365155061
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shockabsorber starting to leak.

  9. Pass80,939 miles (+7,993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,939 miles
    Test number
    922704652748
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads on legal limit recommend replacement soon.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering o/s.

  10. Pass72,946 miles (+8,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    72,946 miles
    Test number
    988114444560
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads and discs starting to wear.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre heavily worn on inner edges recommend replacement a.s.a.p
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering o/s.

  11. Pass64,512 miles (+6,738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,512 miles
    Test number
    432363734489
    • AdvisoryDiesel test passed trigger point not met.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres getting low close to legal limit.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering o/s.

  12. Pass57,774 miles (+9,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,774 miles
    Test number
    823853302967
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre starting to wear on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre heavily worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering o/s.

  13. Pass48,058 miles (+11,626)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    48,058 miles
    Test number
    158635082200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,432 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    36,432 miles
    Test number
    177005794233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    36,421 miles
    Test number
    298037384240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 LME

Does LM61 LME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 LME is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 LME?
The MOT on LM61 LME is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 LME done?
LM61 LME was recorded at 120,899 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 7,518 miles a year.
Has LM61 LME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 LME has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LM61 LME 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 LME find?
LM61 LME passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: chip in windscreen.; front tyre treads wearing on outer edges.; n/s/r tyre tread very close to legal limit and screw in tread. recommend replacement a.s.a.p., and 3 more.

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