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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LS61 UBCMOT history

LS61 UBC is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 166,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

LS61 UBC silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
166,679 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 UBC
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
21 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 UBC was last recorded at 166,679 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,673 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
9,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,679 miles
  • 2025 – 160,501 miles
  • 2024 – 154,906 miles
  • 2023 – 150,463 miles
  • 2022 – 146,234 miles
  • 2021 – 142,208 miles
  • 2019 – 133,232 miles
  • 2018 – 116,528 miles
  • 2017 – 100,807 miles
  • 2016 – 86,693 miles
  • 2015 – 74,423 miles
  • 2014 – 58,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,679 miles
  • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,679 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    166,679 miles
    Test number
    483974834239
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Fail166,673 miles (+6,172)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,673 miles
    Test number
    380289708511
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass160,501 miles (+5,595)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    160,501 miles
    Test number
    847385341443
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen not obscuring view of road
    • AdvisoryFront tyres close to limit

  4. Pass154,906 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    154,906 miles
    Test number
    205737448925
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  5. Fail154,906 miles (+4,443)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,906 miles
    Test number
    113511146519
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  6. Pass150,463 miles (+4,229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    150,463 miles
    Test number
    908070550792
    • AdvisoryNearside an Offside mirror covers missing but no jagged edges

  7. Pass146,234 miles (+4,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    146,234 miles
    Test number
    326681173102
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass142,208 miles (+8,976)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    142,208 miles
    Test number
    599526853637
    • AdvisoryEngine breather pipe broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake only just meeting requirements
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

  9. Pass133,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    133,232 miles
    Test number
    903107016676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail133,232 miles (+16,704)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,232 miles
    Test number
    496701733352
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass116,528 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    116,528 miles
    Test number
    428024534363
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail116,528 miles (+15,721)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,528 miles
    Test number
    688740640650
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  13. Pass100,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,807 miles
    Test number
    479064919122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,807 miles (+14,114)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,807 miles
    Test number
    291855965943
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

  15. Pass86,693 miles (+12,270)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    86,693 miles
    Test number
    667462345764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,423 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,423 miles
    Test number
    314453797713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail74,423 miles (+16,370)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,423 miles
    Test number
    315630578901
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working dip beam (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass58,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    58,053 miles
    Test number
    675786274271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 UBC

Does LS61 UBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 UBC is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 UBC?
The MOT on LS61 UBC is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 UBC done?
LS61 UBC was recorded at 166,679 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 9,630 miles a year.
Has LS61 UBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 UBC has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 UBC 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 UBC find?
LS61 UBC passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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