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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LS61 UAXMOT history

LS61 UAX is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 27 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 154,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

LS61 UAX black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
154,619 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 UAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
27 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 UAX was last recorded at 154,619 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,616 miles · 9 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
9,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,619 miles
  • 2025 – 141,462 miles
  • 2024 – 130,131 miles
  • 2022 – 118,797 miles
  • 2021 – 100,859 miles
  • 2020 – 96,883 miles
  • 2019 – 94,315 miles
  • 2018 – 87,336 miles
  • 2017 – 76,114 miles
  • 2016 – 72,203 miles
  • 2015 – 57,600 miles
  • 2014 – 45,879 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,619 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass154,619 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    154,619 miles
    Test number
    249913025698
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail154,616 miles (+13,154)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,616 miles
    Test number
    588948614647
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass141,462 miles (+11,331)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    141,462 miles
    Test number
    401497230163
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass130,131 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    130,131 miles
    Test number
    938495866871
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail130,125 miles (+11,328)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,125 miles
    Test number
    858029754925
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,797 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    118,797 miles
    Test number
    299221716870
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring components

  7. Fail118,797 miles (+17,938)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,797 miles
    Test number
    755248944983
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring components

  8. Pass100,859 miles (+3,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,859 miles
    Test number
    442219797474
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass96,883 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,883 miles
    Test number
    847676321378
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail96,896 miles (+2,581)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,896 miles
    Test number
    896578271113
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass94,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,315 miles
    Test number
    871129562685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail94,315 miles (+6,979)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,315 miles
    Test number
    352131274859
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass87,336 miles (+11,222)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,336 miles
    Test number
    359040275959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,114 miles (+3,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    76,114 miles
    Test number
    235132588573
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light remains on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass72,203 miles (+1,689)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,203 miles
    Test number
    355300485773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,514 miles (+12,914)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    70,514 miles
    Test number
    962842601657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,600 miles (+11,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,600 miles
    Test number
    554084465133
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass45,879 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,879 miles
    Test number
    636035064294
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS61 UAX

Does LS61 UAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 UAX is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 UAX?
The MOT on LS61 UAX is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 UAX done?
LS61 UAX was recorded at 154,619 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 9,550 miles a year.
Has LS61 UAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 UAX has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 UAX 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 UAX find?
LS61 UAX passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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