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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM61 YHTMOT history

LM61 YHT is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 94,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

LM61 YHT 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 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
94,721 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 YHT
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
3 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 YHT was last recorded at 94,721 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 10,736 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,985 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
10,736 miles
Average per year
6,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,721 miles
  • 2025 – 83,985 miles
  • 2024 – 77,946 miles
  • 2022 – 73,991 miles
  • 2021 – 67,946 miles
  • 2020 – 61,980 miles
  • 2019 – 53,467 miles
  • 2018 – 45,514 miles
  • 2016 – 39,246 miles
  • 2015 – 32,512 miles
  • 2014 – 19,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,721 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,721 miles (+10,736)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    94,721 miles
    Test number
    380478798686
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass83,985 miles (+6,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    83,985 miles
    Test number
    679932702904
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass77,946 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    77,946 miles
    Test number
    629456431299
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail77,945 miles (+3,954)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,945 miles
    Test number
    266928725517
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,991 miles (+2,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    73,991 miles
    Test number
    270078868071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass71,883 miles (+3,937)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    71,883 miles
    Test number
    327755865721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,946 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,946 miles
    Test number
    702758683543
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail67,946 miles (+5,966)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,946 miles
    Test number
    498179941712
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass61,980 miles (+8,513)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    61,980 miles
    Test number
    990653531915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    53,467 miles
    Test number
    680612055683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail53,467 miles (+7,953)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,467 miles
    Test number
    570908062111
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass45,514 miles (+6,268)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    45,514 miles
    Test number
    282261669640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,246 miles (+6,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    39,246 miles
    Test number
    606763113005
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing excessively on inner & outer edge

  14. Pass32,512 miles (+13,140)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    32,512 miles
    Test number
    700928424257
    • AdvisoryDamage to under tray and underneath front bumper
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing low from outer egde
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracked on treads

  15. Pass19,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    19,372 miles
    Test number
    266183184269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 YHT

Does LM61 YHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 YHT is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 YHT?
The MOT on LM61 YHT is valid until 15 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 YHT done?
LM61 YHT was recorded at 94,721 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 6,592 miles a year.
Has LM61 YHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 YHT has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LM61 YHT 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 YHT find?
LM61 YHT passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm bushes; oil leak, but not excessive; rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil both.

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