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BMW 116

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LR61 VVSMOT history

LR61 VVS is a grey diesel BMW 116 first used on 7 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 116,435 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LR61 VVS grey BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
116,435 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 VVS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
7 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 VVS was last recorded at 116,435 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 7,684 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
108,751 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,684 miles
Average per year
8,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,435 miles
  • 2025 – 108,751 miles
  • 2024 – 100,096 miles
  • 2023 – 84,769 miles
  • 2022 – 70,325 miles
  • 2021 – 55,401 miles
  • 2020 – 51,986 miles
  • 2019 – 45,848 miles
  • 2018 – 40,142 miles
  • 2017 – 35,552 miles
  • 2016 – 30,439 miles
  • 2015 – 22,350 miles
  • 2014 – 15,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,435 miles
  • 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))

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,435 miles (+7,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    116,435 miles
    Test number
    751374587593
    • 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))

  2. Pass108,751 miles (+8,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    108,751 miles
    Test number
    331844980583
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate lamps have reduced light output

  3. Pass100,096 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    100,096 miles
    Test number
    642431769020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail100,096 miles (+15,327)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,096 miles
    Test number
    617195611250
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass84,769 miles (+14,444)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    84,769 miles
    Test number
    673657297837
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear, @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass70,325 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    70,325 miles
    Test number
    120582684493
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail70,325 miles (+14,924)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,325 miles
    Test number
    722573319812
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both front on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass55,401 miles (+3,415)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    55,401 miles
    Test number
    176230707641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,986 miles (+6,138)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,986 miles
    Test number
    921563857189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,848 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    45,848 miles
    Test number
    146841768197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Fail45,848 miles (+5,706)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,848 miles
    Test number
    549461884166
    • MajorOffside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass40,142 miles (+4,590)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    40,142 miles
    Test number
    297418923210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,552 miles (+5,113)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    35,552 miles
    Test number
    156051060297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    30,439 miles
    Test number
    296137764063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail30,439 miles (+8,089)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,439 miles
    Test number
    710868689126
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass22,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    22,350 miles
    Test number
    747085462452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,350 miles (+7,094)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,350 miles
    Test number
    459735303414
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass15,256 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    15,256 miles
    Test number
    449605094201
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LR61 VVS

Does LR61 VVS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 VVS is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 VVS?
The MOT on LR61 VVS is valid until 22 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 VVS done?
LR61 VVS was recorded at 116,435 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 8,476 miles a year.
Has LR61 VVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 VVS has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LR61 VVS 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 VVS find?
LR61 VVS passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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