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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM61 PDOMOT history

LM61 PDO is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 136,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LM61 PDO 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 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
136,727 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 PDO
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
11 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 PDO was last recorded at 136,727 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 5,389 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,338 miles · 20 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,389 miles
Average per year
5,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,727 miles
  • 2025 – 131,338 miles
  • 2024 – 128,960 miles
  • 2023 – 128,374 miles
  • 2022 – 127,491 miles
  • 2021 – 126,539 miles
  • 2020 – 125,989 miles
  • 2019 – 119,887 miles
  • 2018 – 112,655 miles
  • 2017 – 105,353 miles
  • 2016 – 97,702 miles
  • 2015 – 88,977 miles
  • 2014 – 67,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,727 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear tyres slight perished

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,727 miles (+5,389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    136,727 miles
    Test number
    853731822687
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slight perished

  2. Pass131,338 miles (+2,378)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    131,338 miles
    Test number
    606026870506
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s front lower arm bushes slight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTpms lamp on

  3. Pass128,960 miles (+586)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    128,960 miles
    Test number
    720063009494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass128,374 miles (+883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    128,374 miles
    Test number
    470078422590
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass127,491 miles (+952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    127,491 miles
    Test number
    190116703255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass126,539 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    126,539 miles
    Test number
    610418435165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail126,536 miles (+547)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,536 miles
    Test number
    568568410858
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Flexi section broken (8.2.2.1 (b))

  8. Pass125,989 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    125,989 miles
    Test number
    573821554327
    • 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))

  9. Fail125,989 miles (+6,102)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,989 miles
    Test number
    744849674414
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass119,887 miles (+7,232)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,887 miles
    Test number
    477145514006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass112,655 miles (+7,302)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    112,655 miles
    Test number
    821793245858
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass105,353 miles (+7,651)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    105,353 miles
    Test number
    190858206816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,702 miles (+8,725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,702 miles
    Test number
    314982937453
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass88,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    88,977 miles
    Test number
    971233886043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail88,977 miles (+21,739)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,977 miles
    Test number
    282609155280
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

  16. Pass67,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,238 miles
    Test number
    796169104311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail67,328 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,328 miles
    Test number
    919179104304
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LM61 PDO

Does LM61 PDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 PDO is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 PDO?
The MOT on LM61 PDO is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 PDO done?
LM61 PDO was recorded at 136,727 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 5,831 miles a year.
Has LM61 PDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 PDO has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LM61 PDO 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 PDO find?
LM61 PDO passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear tyres slight perished.

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