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BMW 316

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LS61 VMWMOT history

LS61 VMW is a silver diesel BMW 316 first used on 14 Oct 2011. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 103,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2025.

LS61 VMW silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Apr 2026
Mileage
103,480 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 VMW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 VMW was last recorded at 103,480 miles on 10 Apr 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,475 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
6,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,480 miles
  • 2024 – 98,710 miles
  • 2023 – 96,062 miles
  • 2022 – 93,083 miles
  • 2021 – 88,537 miles
  • 2020 – 85,021 miles
  • 2018 – 71,592 miles
  • 2017 – 62,704 miles
  • 2016 – 53,460 miles
  • 2014 – 39,174 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,480 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Plastic trim hanging down and dragging on floor on underside removed and left on seat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,480 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    103,480 miles
    Test number
    345117846511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  2. Fail103,480 miles (+5)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,480 miles
    Test number
    291792910712
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  3. Fail103,475 miles (+4,765)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,475 miles
    Test number
    534226932743
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass98,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    98,710 miles
    Test number
    196848156215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Fail98,710 miles (+2,648)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,710 miles
    Test number
    135141515590
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  6. Pass96,062 miles (+2,979)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    96,062 miles
    Test number
    728397043874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,083 miles (+4,546)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    93,083 miles
    Test number
    362301747128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,537 miles (+3,516)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    88,537 miles
    Test number
    808810045525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,021 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,021 miles
    Test number
    389358292610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both. (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail85,021 miles (+13,429)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,021 miles
    Test number
    165213670256
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both. (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass71,592 miles (+8,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,592 miles
    Test number
    529738894997
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted
  12. Pass62,704 miles (+9,244)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,704 miles
    Test number
    339327609642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,460 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    53,460 miles
    Test number
    513434063971
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPlastic trim hanging down and dragging on floor on underside removed and left on seat
  14. Fail53,460 miles (+14,286)3 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,460 miles
    Test number
    680062214108
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage light unit broken (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' object hanging on mirror (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPlastic trim hanging down and dragging on floor on underside removed and left on seat
  15. Pass39,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    39,174 miles
    Test number
    116449064230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 VMW

Does LS61 VMW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS61 VMW expired on 16 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS61 VMW?
The MOT on LS61 VMW expired on 16 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS61 VMW done?
LS61 VMW was recorded at 103,480 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2025, an average of 6,102 miles a year.
Has LS61 VMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 VMW has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LS61 VMW 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 VMW find?
LS61 VMW passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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