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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LS61 FKAMOT history

LS61 FKA is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Oct 2011. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2024 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 158,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2023.

LS61 FKA silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2024
Mileage
158,671 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2023
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,501 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 FKA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
6 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 FKA was last recorded at 158,671 miles on 5 Dec 2023, 8,284 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,387 miles · 16 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
8,284 miles
Average per year
9,501 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 158,671 miles
  • 2022 – 150,387 miles
  • 2021 – 140,498 miles
  • 2020 – 130,023 miles
  • 2019 – 122,784 miles
  • 2018 – 111,849 miles
  • 2017 – 102,961 miles
  • 2016 – 91,695 miles
  • 2015 – 80,917 miles
  • 2014 – 71,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,671 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer Casing Missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

13 tests since 10 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,671 miles (+8,284)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    158,671 miles
    Test number
    878845531489
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass150,387 miles (+9,889)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    150,387 miles
    Test number
    428425339444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass140,498 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    140,498 miles
    Test number
    381395040021
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail140,498 miles (+10,475)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,498 miles
    Test number
    203546157621
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass130,023 miles (+184)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    130,023 miles
    Test number
    297952405092
    • MinorCentral Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer Casing Missing (7.1.2 (d))

  6. Fail129,839 miles (+7,055)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,839 miles
    Test number
    809950213997
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorCentral Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer Casing Missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Has Little Reserve Travel (1.1.6 (d))

  7. Pass122,784 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    122,784 miles
    Test number
    163004170431
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt stalk damaged but not affecting operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail122,784 miles (+10,935)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,784 miles
    Test number
    628168916322
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt stalk damaged but not affecting operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass111,849 miles (+8,888)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    111,849 miles
    Test number
    552014922499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt stalk casing damaged but not affecting operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edge but not measurable tread

  10. Pass102,961 miles (+11,266)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    102,961 miles
    Test number
    783890589289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt locking mechanism casing damaged but not effecting operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower hub bush has slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing inspection of seat belt

  11. Pass91,695 miles (+10,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    91,695 miles
    Test number
    339765937703
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass80,917 miles (+9,205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    80,917 miles
    Test number
    891328377743
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge

  13. Pass71,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    71,712 miles
    Test number
    288173784208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 FKA

Does LS61 FKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS61 FKA expired on 4 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS61 FKA?
The MOT on LS61 FKA expired on 4 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS61 FKA done?
LS61 FKA was recorded at 158,671 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2023, an average of 9,501 miles a year.
Has LS61 FKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 FKA has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LS61 FKA 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 FKA find?
LS61 FKA passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2023 with 11 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 8 more.

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