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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LS61 UAYMOT history

LS61 UAY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Oct 2011. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2026 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 192,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2025.

LS61 UAY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2026
Mileage
192,792 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2025
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 UAY
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 expired on 7 May 2026
Latest MOT test
8 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 UAY was last recorded at 192,792 miles on 8 May 2025, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,735 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
11,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 192,792 miles
  • 2024 – 186,585 miles
  • 2023 – 182,719 miles
  • 2022 – 181,132 miles
  • 2021 – 175,863 miles
  • 2020 – 166,426 miles
  • 2019 – 145,093 miles
  • 2018 – 118,552 miles
  • 2017 – 105,199 miles
  • 2016 – 92,953 miles
  • 2015 – 89,985 miles
  • 2014 – 69,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,792 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,792 miles (+57)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    192,792 miles
    Test number
    317903363359
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  2. Fail192,735 miles (+6,150)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,735 miles
    Test number
    435498796056
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  3. Pass186,585 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    186,585 miles
    Test number
    117766251923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Fail186,585 miles (+22)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,585 miles
    Test number
    804459547097
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Fail186,563 miles (+3,844)2 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,563 miles
    Test number
    897899741189
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various Small Chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Shock Absorber Bump Stops Worn and Split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and Wearing on Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn, Corroded and Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn, Corroded and Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Perishing (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  6. Pass182,719 miles (+1,587)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    182,719 miles
    Test number
    925215828495
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  7. Pass181,132 miles (+5,269)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    181,132 miles
    Test number
    846256262887
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass175,863 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    175,863 miles
    Test number
    782658902821
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail175,863 miles (+9,437)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,863 miles
    Test number
    198242743228
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass166,426 miles (+21,333)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    166,426 miles
    Test number
    710318769415
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear hubs corroded

  11. Pass145,093 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,093 miles
    Test number
    941890351877
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  12. Fail145,092 miles (+26,540)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,092 miles
    Test number
    324412812973
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  13. Pass118,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,552 miles
    Test number
    790956462170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail118,552 miles (+13,353)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,552 miles
    Test number
    472263597834
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass105,199 miles (+12,246)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    105,199 miles
    Test number
    395745822214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass92,953 miles (+2,968)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    92,953 miles
    Test number
    421720681823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,985 miles (+20,120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    89,985 miles
    Test number
    357533670133
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged advise replacement (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass69,865 miles (+549)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,865 miles
    Test number
    347322164477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,316 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,316 miles
    Test number
    619088054212
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LS61 UAY

Does LS61 UAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS61 UAY expired on 7 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS61 UAY?
The MOT on LS61 UAY expired on 7 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS61 UAY done?
LS61 UAY was recorded at 192,792 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2025, an average of 11,600 miles a year.
Has LS61 UAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 UAY has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LS61 UAY 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 UAY find?
LS61 UAY passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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