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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,997 cc

LS61 UBGMOT history

LS61 UBG is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 147,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

LS61 UBG black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2027
Mileage
147,283 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 UBG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 UBG was last recorded at 147,283 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 15,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,367 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
15,916 miles
Average per year
10,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,283 miles
  • 2025 – 131,367 miles
  • 2024 – 114,713 miles
  • 2023 – 100,773 miles
  • 2022 – 95,161 miles
  • 2021 – 92,139 miles
  • 2020 – 89,498 miles
  • 2019 – 85,163 miles
  • 2018 – 74,736 miles
  • 2017 – 65,046 miles
  • 2016 – 53,206 miles
  • 2015 – 40,966 miles
  • 2014 – 28,504 miles
  • 2013 – 15,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,283 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe attachment brackets have slight corrosion. Both sides of vehicle.
  • AdvisorySteering column lower support bearing has slight play

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,283 miles (+15,916)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    147,283 miles
    Test number
    958927349121
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe attachment brackets have slight corrosion. Both sides of vehicle.
    • AdvisorySteering column lower support bearing has slight play

  2. Pass131,367 miles (+16,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    131,367 miles
    Test number
    816208236835
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe stiffener links to body slightly corroded

  3. Pass114,713 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    114,713 miles
    Test number
    336011613701
    • 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))

  4. Fail114,713 miles (+13,940)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,713 miles
    Test number
    809263656081
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (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))

  5. Pass100,773 miles (+5,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    100,773 miles
    Test number
    603311505020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass95,161 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    95,161 miles
    Test number
    293095176787
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail95,158 miles (+3,019)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,158 miles
    Test number
    213706466360
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass92,139 miles (+2,641)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    92,139 miles
    Test number
    195415924183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    89,498 miles
    Test number
    426513381551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail89,498 miles (+4,335)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,498 miles
    Test number
    260092457979
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  11. Pass85,163 miles (+10,427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,163 miles
    Test number
    336932460178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock Absorber Bump stop worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock Absorber Bump stop worn

  12. Pass74,736 miles (+9,690)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,736 miles
    Test number
    832963254781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,046 miles (+11,840)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    65,046 miles
    Test number
    243643425779
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to print

  14. Pass53,206 miles (+12,240)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    53,206 miles
    Test number
    287568319391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,966 miles (+12,462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    40,966 miles
    Test number
    571077349108
    • AdvisoryScreen wipers slightly poor

  16. Pass28,504 miles (+12,740)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    28,504 miles
    Test number
    325777704358
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  17. Pass15,764 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    15,764 miles
    Test number
    285451513341
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS61 UBG

Does LS61 UBG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 UBG is valid until 6 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 UBG?
The MOT on LS61 UBG is valid until 6 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 UBG done?
LS61 UBG was recorded at 147,283 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 10,171 miles a year.
Has LS61 UBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 UBG has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LS61 UBG 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 UBG find?
LS61 UBG passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear subframe attachment brackets have slight corrosion. both sides of vehicle.; steering column lower support bearing has slight play.

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