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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LP61 CSUMOT history

LP61 CSU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 99,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

LP61 CSU black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
99,211 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 CSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
4 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 CSU was last recorded at 99,211 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 8,032 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
91,179 miles · 1 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,032 miles
Average per year
6,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,211 miles
  • 2025 – 91,179 miles
  • 2024 – 85,941 miles
  • 2023 – 81,709 miles
  • 2022 – 78,842 miles
  • 2021 – 75,696 miles
  • 2019 – 70,074 miles
  • 2018 – 60,839 miles
  • 2017 – 49,951 miles
  • 2016 – 39,159 miles
  • 2015 – 31,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,211 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 tyre worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 23 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,211 miles (+8,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    99,211 miles
    Test number
    661846360464
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Pass91,179 miles (+5,238)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    91,179 miles
    Test number
    555874793384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    85,941 miles
    Test number
    999205605384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail85,941 miles (+4,232)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,941 miles
    Test number
    890144827740
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass81,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    81,709 miles
    Test number
    811175562743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail81,709 miles (+2,867)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,709 miles
    Test number
    441247952671
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass78,842 miles (+3,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    78,842 miles
    Test number
    946624908325
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on outer edge
  8. Pass75,696 miles (+5,622)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    75,696 miles
    Test number
    128196196924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,074 miles (+9,235)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    70,074 miles
    Test number
    986699156236
    • AdvisoryNearaside rear inner sidelight not working
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wornsmooth on inner and step shaped close to inner cords and close to legal limit and nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge
  10. Pass60,839 miles (+10,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    60,839 miles
    Test number
    908623719748
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear tyres worn smooth on inner edge close to legal limit
  11. Pass49,951 miles (+10,792)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    49,951 miles
    Test number
    144915561497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,159 miles (+8,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    39,159 miles
    Test number
    595602173129
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on outer edge
  13. Pass31,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    31,150 miles
    Test number
    136993025459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP61 CSU

Does LP61 CSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 CSU is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 CSU?
The MOT on LP61 CSU is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 CSU done?
LP61 CSU was recorded at 99,211 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 6,167 miles a year.
Has LP61 CSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 CSU has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LP61 CSU 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 LP61 CSU find?
LP61 CSU passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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