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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LS61 FXGMOT history

LS61 FXG is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 144,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

LS61 FXG black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
144,934 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 FXG
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
26 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 FXG was last recorded at 144,934 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,881 miles · 5 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
9,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,934 miles
  • 2024 – 135,783 miles
  • 2023 – 125,707 miles
  • 2022 – 116,213 miles
  • 2021 – 103,352 miles
  • 2020 – 92,660 miles
  • 2019 – 77,827 miles
  • 2018 – 66,997 miles
  • 2017 – 57,130 miles
  • 2016 – 49,312 miles
  • 2015 – 41,514 miles
  • 2014 – 36,717 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,934 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Engine cover and under tray fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both front tyres worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass144,934 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    144,934 miles
    Test number
    269847395773
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail144,881 miles (+9,098)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,881 miles
    Test number
    960263883809
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass135,783 miles (+85)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    135,783 miles
    Test number
    253480069160
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  4. Fail135,698 miles (+9,991)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,698 miles
    Test number
    222971078893
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorPosition lamp light intensity obviously reduced both front (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass125,707 miles (+9,494)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    125,707 miles
    Test number
    882371248524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,213 miles (+12,861)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,213 miles
    Test number
    197629173896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass103,352 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,352 miles
    Test number
    714118006101
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail103,349 miles (+10,689)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,349 miles
    Test number
    142192757099
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass92,660 miles (+14,833)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,660 miles
    Test number
    775744430441
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pads worn

  10. Pass77,827 miles (+10,830)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,827 miles
    Test number
    853056406472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,997 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    66,997 miles
    Test number
    767457837851
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  12. Fail66,997 miles (+9,867)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,997 miles
    Test number
    560968555823
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  13. Pass57,130 miles (+7,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    57,130 miles
    Test number
    443948497358
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  14. Pass49,312 miles (+7,798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    49,312 miles
    Test number
    286725090115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads worn

  15. Pass41,514 miles (+4,797)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    41,514 miles
    Test number
    325564635128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    36,717 miles
    Test number
    897189954206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 FXG

Does LS61 FXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 FXG is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS61 FXG?
The MOT on LS61 FXG is valid until 7 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 FXG done?
LS61 FXG was recorded at 144,934 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 9,712 miles a year.
Has LS61 FXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 FXG has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS61 FXG 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 FXG find?
LS61 FXG passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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