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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LR61 VVDMOT history

LR61 VVD is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 125,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

LR61 VVD black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
125,570 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 VVD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 VVD was last recorded at 125,570 miles on 14 May 2026, 5,650 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,920 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,650 miles
Average per year
7,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,570 miles
  • 2025 – 119,920 miles
  • 2024 – 112,795 miles
  • 2023 – 103,433 miles
  • 2022 – 95,690 miles
  • 2021 – 88,124 miles
  • 2020 – 81,115 miles
  • 2019 – 74,108 miles
  • 2018 – 65,745 miles
  • 2017 – 58,194 miles
  • 2016 – 53,434 miles
  • 2015 – 48,287 miles
  • 2014 – 38,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,570 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (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.

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,570 miles (+5,650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    125,570 miles
    Test number
    935391956172
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass119,920 miles (+7,125)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    119,920 miles
    Test number
    585541124401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass112,795 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    112,795 miles
    Test number
    830001459235
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail112,785 miles (+9,352)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,785 miles
    Test number
    731657232141
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass103,433 miles (+7,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    103,433 miles
    Test number
    116366283938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass95,690 miles (+7,566)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    95,690 miles
    Test number
    528499541982
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass88,124 miles (+7,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    88,124 miles
    Test number
    571604201989
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass81,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    81,115 miles
    Test number
    963760177136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail81,115 miles (+7,007)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,115 miles
    Test number
    683441666424
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass74,108 miles (+8,363)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,108 miles
    Test number
    422958778156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass65,745 miles (+7,551)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    65,745 miles
    Test number
    724963089563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,194 miles (+4,760)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    58,194 miles
    Test number
    496159375731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,434 miles (+5,147)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    53,434 miles
    Test number
    579061480411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    48,287 miles
    Test number
    647789367320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,287 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,287 miles
    Test number
    647635979787
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail48,287 miles (+9,978)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,287 miles
    Test number
    907227109133
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass38,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    38,309 miles
    Test number
    636284754230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 VVD

Does LR61 VVD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 VVD is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 VVD?
The MOT on LR61 VVD is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 VVD done?
LR61 VVD was recorded at 125,570 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 7,476 miles a year.
Has LR61 VVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 VVD has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LR61 VVD 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 VVD find?
LR61 VVD passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.

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