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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LP11 PKUMOT history

LP11 PKU is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Aug 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 98,717 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

LP11 PKU silver 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 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
98,717 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP11 PKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
17 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP11 PKU was last recorded at 98,717 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 2,439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,278 miles · 3 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,439 miles
Average per year
5,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,717 miles
  • 2024 – 96,278 miles
  • 2023 – 92,088 miles
  • 2022 – 84,291 miles
  • 2021 – 76,203 miles
  • 2020 – 70,438 miles
  • 2019 – 67,151 miles
  • 2018 – 61,569 miles
  • 2017 – 56,882 miles
  • 2016 – 42,363 miles
  • 2015 – 40,149 miles
  • 2014 – 35,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,717 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,717 miles (+2,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    98,717 miles
    Test number
    348946289401
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass96,278 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    96,278 miles
    Test number
    345587877170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  3. Fail96,271 miles (+4,183)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,271 miles
    Test number
    226419843072
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  4. Pass92,088 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,088 miles
    Test number
    683204196425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail92,071 miles (+7,780)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,071 miles
    Test number
    597505042971
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass84,291 miles (+8,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    84,291 miles
    Test number
    663183684771
    • AdvisoryDID NOT TRIGGER SMOKE METER
  7. Pass76,203 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,203 miles
    Test number
    118800004523
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-shield covers fitted
  8. Fail76,200 miles (+5,762)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,200 miles
    Test number
    615736672825
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-shield covers fitted
  9. Pass70,438 miles (+3,287)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,438 miles
    Test number
    794259238401
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pads low
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass67,151 miles (+5,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    67,151 miles
    Test number
    787348031490
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on edge
  11. Pass61,569 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    61,569 miles
    Test number
    400205283154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,562 miles (+4,680)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,562 miles
    Test number
    739644402643
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass56,882 miles (+14,519)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    56,882 miles
    Test number
    378845775950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,363 miles (+2,214)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    42,363 miles
    Test number
    871021104372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,149 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,149 miles
    Test number
    646860825153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,144 miles (+4,438)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,144 miles
    Test number
    266378415473
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner wall splitting
  17. Pass35,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    35,706 miles
    Test number
    588519684237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP11 PKU

Does LP11 PKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP11 PKU is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP11 PKU?
The MOT on LP11 PKU is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP11 PKU done?
LP11 PKU was recorded at 98,717 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 5,690 miles a year.
Has LP11 PKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP11 PKU has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LP11 PKU 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 LP11 PKU find?
LP11 PKU passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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