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BMW 116

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM61 PFYMOT history

LM61 PFY is a silver diesel BMW 116 first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 142,515 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2026.

LM61 PFY silver BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
142,515 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,168 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 PFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 PFY was last recorded at 142,515 miles on 14 Feb 2026, 5,880 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,635 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,880 miles
Average per year
7,168 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,515 miles
  • 2025 – 136,635 miles
  • 2024 – 133,639 miles
  • 2023 – 130,789 miles
  • 2022 – 128,973 miles
  • 2021 – 126,312 miles
  • 2020 – 124,801 miles
  • 2019 – 118,167 miles
  • 2018 – 108,481 miles
  • 2017 – 94,912 miles
  • 2016 – 83,935 miles
  • 2015 – 68,992 miles
  • 2014 – 56,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,515 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved lower arm bush perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved lower arm bush perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,515 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    142,515 miles
    Test number
    675687656192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved lower arm bush perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved lower arm bush perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  2. Fail142,515 miles (+5,880)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,515 miles
    Test number
    107339474398
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved lower arm bush perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved lower arm bush perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  3. Pass136,635 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    136,635 miles
    Test number
    150480600343
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail136,619 miles (+2,980)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,619 miles
    Test number
    958986648306
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end modification unsafe use of excessive heat to highly stressed components (track rod end) (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass133,639 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    133,639 miles
    Test number
    373052892496
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail133,639 miles (+2,850)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,639 miles
    Test number
    103013358282
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass130,789 miles (+1,816)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    130,789 miles
    Test number
    604317205217
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass128,973 miles (+2,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    128,973 miles
    Test number
    704673272042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front-Lower-Inner Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass126,312 miles (+1,511)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    126,312 miles
    Test number
    858567301186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass124,801 miles (+6,634)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    124,801 miles
    Test number
    911643681720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass118,167 miles (+9,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    118,167 miles
    Test number
    424022127673
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass108,481 miles (+13,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    108,481 miles
    Test number
    997057113598
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake wear indicator wire broken activating warning lamp pads are servicable

  13. Pass94,912 miles (+10,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    94,912 miles
    Test number
    541975811218
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light staying on,brake fluid level ok.

  14. Pass83,935 miles (+14,943)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    83,935 miles
    Test number
    983312087580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,992 miles (+12,807)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,992 miles
    Test number
    119580025012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    56,185 miles
    Test number
    767219624002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 PFY

Does LM61 PFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 PFY is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 PFY?
The MOT on LM61 PFY is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 PFY done?
LM61 PFY was recorded at 142,515 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2026, an average of 7,168 miles a year.
Has LM61 PFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 PFY has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 PFY 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 PFY find?
LM61 PFY passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement curved lower arm bush perishing.; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge., and 2 more.

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