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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LR61 SOEMOT history

LR61 SOE is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 94,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

LR61 SOE 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 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
94,848 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 SOE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 SOE was last recorded at 94,848 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 4,492 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,356 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,492 miles
Average per year
6,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,848 miles
  • 2025 – 90,356 miles
  • 2024 – 86,597 miles
  • 2022 – 83,628 miles
  • 2021 – 76,664 miles
  • 2020 – 74,959 miles
  • 2019 – 69,848 miles
  • 2018 – 65,002 miles
  • 2017 – 57,122 miles
  • 2016 – 43,635 miles
  • 2015 – 32,977 miles
  • 2014 – 21,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,848 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,848 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    94,848 miles
    Test number
    940113358637
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail94,848 miles (+4,492)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,848 miles
    Test number
    309271198390
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,356 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,356 miles
    Test number
    522908046404
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail90,356 miles (+3,759)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,356 miles
    Test number
    543696400748
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective of a temporary type not sealing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass86,597 miles (+2,969)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    86,597 miles
    Test number
    107026002921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,628 miles (+6,964)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    83,628 miles
    Test number
    891878761137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,664 miles (+1,705)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    76,664 miles
    Test number
    847921311185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,959 miles (+5,111)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,959 miles
    Test number
    968903749698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,848 miles (+4,846)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,848 miles
    Test number
    502270098742
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass65,002 miles (+7,880)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    65,002 miles
    Test number
    274070966205
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no cords visible at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass57,122 miles (+13,487)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    57,122 miles
    Test number
    697303264686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,635 miles (+10,658)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    43,635 miles
    Test number
    978060643302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,977 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    32,977 miles
    Test number
    196921596882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail32,863 miles (+11,581)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,863 miles
    Test number
    300051813171
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass21,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    21,282 miles
    Test number
    388963464230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 SOE

Does LR61 SOE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 SOE is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 SOE?
The MOT on LR61 SOE is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 SOE done?
LR61 SOE was recorded at 94,848 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 6,108 miles a year.
Has LR61 SOE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 SOE has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 SOE 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 SOE find?
LR61 SOE passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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