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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM61 LMKMOT history

LM61 LMK is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Oct 2011. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2026 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 172,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2025.

LM61 LMK blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2026
Mileage
172,891 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2025
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 LMK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 LMK was last recorded at 172,891 miles on 4 Jul 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,891 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 172,891 miles
  • 2024 – 166,080 miles
  • 2023 – 166,057 miles
  • 2022 – 166,027 miles
  • 2021 – 159,602 miles
  • 2020 – 153,870 miles
  • 2019 – 143,618 miles
  • 2018 – 131,442 miles
  • 2017 – 112,241 miles
  • 2016 – 87,499 miles
  • 2015 – 69,610 miles
  • 2014 – 56,696 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,891 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 24 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,891 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    172,891 miles
    Test number
    566797843049
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail172,891 miles (+6,811)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,891 miles
    Test number
    466191761779
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass166,080 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    166,080 miles
    Test number
    407154321139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass166,057 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    166,057 miles
    Test number
    780462960271
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail166,027 miles (+6,425)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,027 miles
    Test number
    278570731426
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass159,602 miles (+5,732)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    159,602 miles
    Test number
    689023470502
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass153,870 miles (+10,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    153,870 miles
    Test number
    301762491182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  8. Pass143,618 miles (+12,176)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    143,618 miles
    Test number
    600975036958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,442 miles (+19,201)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    131,442 miles
    Test number
    160030442110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,241 miles (+24,742)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    112,241 miles
    Test number
    810285229678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Pass87,499 miles (+17,889)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    87,499 miles
    Test number
    126446953291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,610 miles (+12,914)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,610 miles
    Test number
    849388312770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,696 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    56,696 miles
    Test number
    617237694241
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust emmisions are so low, acceleration was not detected.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM61 LMK

Does LM61 LMK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM61 LMK expired on 3 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM61 LMK?
The MOT on LM61 LMK expired on 3 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM61 LMK done?
LM61 LMK was recorded at 172,891 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2025, an average of 10,865 miles a year.
Has LM61 LMK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 LMK has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 LMK 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 LMK find?
LM61 LMK passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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