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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LS61 BDUMOT history

LS61 BDU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 157,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

LS61 BDU black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
157,999 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 BDU
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
10 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 BDU was last recorded at 157,999 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 17,976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,023 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
17,976 miles
Average per year
8,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,999 miles
  • 2024 – 140,023 miles
  • 2023 – 135,723 miles
  • 2022 – 121,565 miles
  • 2021 – 116,665 miles
  • 2020 – 112,306 miles
  • 2019 – 107,994 miles
  • 2018 – 102,303 miles
  • 2017 – 95,805 miles
  • 2016 – 88,519 miles
  • 2015 – 80,328 miles
  • 2014 – 68,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,999 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,999 miles (+17,976)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    157,999 miles
    Test number
    252641026413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass140,023 miles (+4,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    140,023 miles
    Test number
    340636538226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass135,723 miles (+14,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    135,723 miles
    Test number
    211365437712
    • AdvisoryThe vehicle is presented in wet conditions to the test

  4. Pass121,565 miles (+4,900)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    121,565 miles
    Test number
    734308635292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass116,665 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    116,665 miles
    Test number
    282789701682
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail116,662 miles (+4,356)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,662 miles
    Test number
    388153330277
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass112,306 miles (+4,312)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    112,306 miles
    Test number
    668098571460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,994 miles
    Test number
    831807037672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail107,994 miles (+5,691)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,994 miles
    Test number
    566273096211
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass102,303 miles (+6,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    102,303 miles
    Test number
    213012731477
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass95,805 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    95,805 miles
    Test number
    367438097960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,792 miles (+7,273)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,792 miles
    Test number
    715118307573
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

  13. Pass88,519 miles (+8,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    88,519 miles
    Test number
    177998496451
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass80,328 miles (+11,689)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    80,328 miles
    Test number
    928637646038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    68,639 miles
    Test number
    409330604498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,639 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,639 miles
    Test number
    779560604325
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LS61 BDU

Does LS61 BDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 BDU is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS61 BDU?
The MOT on LS61 BDU is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 BDU done?
LS61 BDU was recorded at 157,999 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 8,063 miles a year.
Has LS61 BDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 BDU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LS61 BDU 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 LS61 BDU find?
LS61 BDU passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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