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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LR61 DSYMOT history

LR61 DSY is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 126,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

LR61 DSY 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 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
126,448 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 DSY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
16 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 DSY was last recorded at 126,448 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 3,416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,032 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,416 miles
Average per year
7,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,448 miles
  • 2025 – 123,032 miles
  • 2024 – 120,947 miles
  • 2023 – 117,966 miles
  • 2022 – 113,716 miles
  • 2021 – 108,675 miles
  • 2019 – 97,540 miles
  • 2018 – 89,019 miles
  • 2017 – 80,528 miles
  • 2016 – 74,229 miles
  • 2015 – 63,079 miles
  • 2014 – 39,429 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,448 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer pin/ bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% due to Fluctuating (1.2.1 (b) (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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,448 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    126,448 miles
    Test number
    391441274838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer pin/ bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% due to Fluctuating (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail126,448 miles (+3,416)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,448 miles
    Test number
    165967127073
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer pin/ bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% due to Fluctuating (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass123,032 miles (+2,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    123,032 miles
    Test number
    755916402403
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass120,947 miles (+2,981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    120,947 miles
    Test number
    134398093783
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass117,966 miles (+4,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    117,966 miles
    Test number
    902956254297
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass113,716 miles (+5,041)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    113,716 miles
    Test number
    481418884518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  7. Pass108,675 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,675 miles
    Test number
    164651720899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail108,674 miles (+11,134)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,674 miles
    Test number
    500785234004
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass97,540 miles (+8,521)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,540 miles
    Test number
    448189558576
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass89,019 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,019 miles
    Test number
    444094459218
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail89,019 miles (+8,491)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,019 miles
    Test number
    752526893100
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass80,528 miles (+129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    80,528 miles
    Test number
    591128747695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail80,399 miles (+6,170)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,399 miles
    Test number
    378130741303
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass74,229 miles (+11,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    74,229 miles
    Test number
    663550733642
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge of tread.

  15. Pass63,079 miles (+23,650)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    63,079 miles
    Test number
    173462113938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    39,429 miles
    Test number
    988188734284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 DSY

Does LR61 DSY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 DSY is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 DSY?
The MOT on LR61 DSY is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 DSY done?
LR61 DSY was recorded at 126,448 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 7,644 miles a year.
Has LR61 DSY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 DSY has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 DSY 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 LR61 DSY find?
LR61 DSY passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer pin/ bush; nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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