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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LS61 JCYMOT history

LS61 JCY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 163,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

LS61 JCY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
163,671 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 JCY
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
11 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 JCY was last recorded at 163,671 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,662 miles · 5 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
7,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,671 miles
  • 2025 – 157,874 miles
  • 2024 – 152,670 miles
  • 2023 – 148,238 miles
  • 2022 – 140,593 miles
  • 2021 – 133,208 miles
  • 2020 – 127,226 miles
  • 2019 – 116,638 miles
  • 2017 – 109,214 miles
  • 2016 – 95,808 miles
  • 2015 – 89,406 miles
  • 2014 – 73,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,671 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Headlamp switch faulty

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass163,671 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    163,671 miles
    Test number
    468519782738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail163,662 miles (+5,788)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,662 miles
    Test number
    816042017744
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Coolant excessive leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification excessive play on wheel (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification excessive play on wheel (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,874 miles (+5,204)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    157,874 miles
    Test number
    955124916200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass152,670 miles (+4,432)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    152,670 miles
    Test number
    335469255480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass148,238 miles (+7,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    148,238 miles
    Test number
    257690902936
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass140,593 miles (+82)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    140,593 miles
    Test number
    754447041206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail140,511 miles (+7,303)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,511 miles
    Test number
    921208217453
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall Damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass133,208 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    133,208 miles
    Test number
    679750740344
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail133,208 miles (+5,982)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,208 miles
    Test number
    433306983823
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass127,226 miles (+10,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    127,226 miles
    Test number
    109235015462
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass116,638 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    116,638 miles
    Test number
    883820706473
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail116,638 miles (+7,424)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,638 miles
    Test number
    918713000362
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass109,214 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    109,214 miles
    Test number
    416022601659
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail109,213 miles (+62)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,213 miles
    Test number
    475217752419
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail109,151 miles (+13,343)14 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,151 miles
    Test number
    338277156028
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort on the hand brake (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre x2 in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWhen car was on emission test during the rev it had a whistle from turbo

  16. Pass95,808 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    95,808 miles
    Test number
    431452567340
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside windscreen out side of swept area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail95,808 miles (+6,402)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,808 miles
    Test number
    717142526030
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryDamage to offside windscreen out side of swept area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass89,406 miles (+15,542)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    89,406 miles
    Test number
    248575517525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,864 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    73,864 miles
    Test number
    376534754253
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LS61 JCY

Does LS61 JCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 JCY is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 JCY?
The MOT on LS61 JCY is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 JCY done?
LS61 JCY was recorded at 163,671 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 7,523 miles a year.
Has LS61 JCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 JCY has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 JCY 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 JCY find?
LS61 JCY passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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