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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LS61 VNBMOT history

LS61 VNB is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2024 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 170,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2023.

LS61 VNB black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2024
Mileage
170,369 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2023
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
12,846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 VNB
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
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 VNB was last recorded at 170,369 miles on 26 Aug 2023, 9,588 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
160,781 miles · 25 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
9,588 miles
Average per year
12,846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 170,369 miles
  • 2022 – 160,781 miles
  • 2021 – 148,130 miles
  • 2020 – 134,875 miles
  • 2019 – 120,654 miles
  • 2018 – 106,329 miles
  • 2017 – 92,961 miles
  • 2016 – 80,919 miles
  • 2015 – 70,250 miles
  • 2014 – 54,520 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,369 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Windscreen chipped
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass170,369 miles (+9,588)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    170,369 miles
    Test number
    954177955127
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen chipped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass160,781 miles (+12,651)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    160,781 miles
    Test number
    129627203503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,130 miles (+13,255)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    148,130 miles
    Test number
    570248557823
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone "B" (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  4. Pass134,875 miles (+14,221)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    134,875 miles
    Test number
    161840756419
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'B' (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass120,654 miles (+14,325)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,654 miles
    Test number
    489389587487
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass106,329 miles (+13,368)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    106,329 miles
    Test number
    157809119722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,961 miles (+12,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,961 miles
    Test number
    232751723769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (3.5.1g)
  8. Pass80,919 miles (+10,669)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,919 miles
    Test number
    227607009643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,250 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,250 miles
    Test number
    597072705242
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  10. Fail70,250 miles (+15,730)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,250 miles
    Test number
    719062105210
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  11. Pass54,520 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    54,520 miles
    Test number
    739891634255
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS61 VNB

Does LS61 VNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS61 VNB expired on 25 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS61 VNB?
The MOT on LS61 VNB expired on 25 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS61 VNB done?
LS61 VNB was recorded at 170,369 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2023, an average of 12,846 miles a year.
Has LS61 VNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 VNB has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on LS61 VNB 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 VNB find?
LS61 VNB passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2023 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides, and 5 more.

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