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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LM63 XMLMOT history

LM63 XML is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 185,986 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

LM63 XML blue 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 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
185,986 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
13,636 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM63 XML
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
27 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM63 XML was last recorded at 185,986 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 6,809 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
179,177 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,809 miles
Average per year
13,636 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 185,986 miles
  • 2024 – 179,177 miles
  • 2023 – 174,142 miles
  • 2022 – 158,034 miles
  • 2021 – 140,478 miles
  • 2020 – 126,756 miles
  • 2019 – 116,680 miles
  • 2018 – 99,089 miles
  • 2017 – 80,087 miles
  • 2016 – 64,134 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,986 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 1 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,986 miles (+6,809)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    185,986 miles
    Test number
    834844586178
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass179,177 miles (+5,035)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    179,177 miles
    Test number
    371472707648
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windscreen

  3. Pass174,142 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    174,142 miles
    Test number
    776661091232
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body panels fitted obscuring some components

  4. Fail174,142 miles (+16,108)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,142 miles
    Test number
    210031065091
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working pump sounding but no water (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on o/s rear loom broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body panels fitted obscuring some components

  5. Pass158,034 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    158,034 miles
    Test number
    382271815179
    • MinorWindscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Fail158,034 miles (+17,556)4 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,034 miles
    Test number
    486864989514
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass140,478 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    140,478 miles
    Test number
    159871614086
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLow emissions diesel no printout for emissions

  8. Fail140,478 miles (+13,722)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,478 miles
    Test number
    871048988418
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLow emissions diesel no printout for emissions

  9. Pass126,756 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    126,756 miles
    Test number
    172525489933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail126,756 miles (+10,076)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,756 miles
    Test number
    162300472142
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass116,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,680 miles
    Test number
    858006391406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail116,680 miles (+17,591)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,680 miles
    Test number
    653570201416
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass99,089 miles (+19,002)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    99,089 miles
    Test number
    982874285191
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass80,087 miles (+15,953)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,087 miles
    Test number
    569741169523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,134 miles (+2,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    64,134 miles
    Test number
    727916270184
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass61,259 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    61,259 miles
    Test number
    895246062965
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LM63 XML

Does LM63 XML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM63 XML is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM63 XML?
The MOT on LM63 XML is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM63 XML done?
LM63 XML was recorded at 185,986 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 13,636 miles a year.
Has LM63 XML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM63 XML has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LM63 XML 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 LM63 XML find?
LM63 XML passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 3 more.

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