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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 3,246 cc

V11 LNMMOT history

V11 LNM is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 5 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 52,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

V11 LNM black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
52,718 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V11 LNM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V11 LNM was last recorded at 52,718 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,557 miles · 1 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
161 miles
Average per year
2,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,718 miles
  • 2024 – 52,557 miles
  • 2022 – 52,368 miles
  • 2021 – 51,526 miles
  • 2020 – 50,351 miles
  • 2019 – 48,092 miles
  • 2018 – 45,712 miles
  • 2017 – 43,244 miles
  • 2016 – 39,989 miles
  • 2015 – 36,204 miles
  • 2014 – 30,489 miles
  • 2013 – 28,254 miles
  • 2012 – 25,846 miles
  • 2011 – 22,269 miles
  • 2010 – 18,927 miles
  • 2009 – 13,577 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,718 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Under trays and engine covers obscuring some under side components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,718 miles (+161)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    52,718 miles
    Test number
    481788086671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass52,557 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    52,557 miles
    Test number
    759561868320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass52,368 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    52,368 miles
    Test number
    259109056627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass51,526 miles (+1,175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    51,526 miles
    Test number
    744145786730
    • AdvisorySurface corrosin on all rake discs
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  5. Pass50,351 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    50,351 miles
    Test number
    848977049471
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail50,346 miles (+2,254)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,346 miles
    Test number
    157042753677
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on dash, indicating pressure loss in tyres

  7. Pass48,092 miles (+2,380)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    48,092 miles
    Test number
    951845344605
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPetrol filler cap seal slightly perished but maintains a seal
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust clamp connection corroded but not likely to become loose or leaking gasses

  8. Pass45,712 miles (+2,468)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,712 miles
    Test number
    739408540415
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers obscuring some under vehicle components

  9. Pass43,244 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    43,244 miles
    Test number
    284563016661
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers obscuring some under side components

  10. Fail43,244 miles (+3,255)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,244 miles
    Test number
    731606305832
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers obscuring some under side components

  11. Pass39,989 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    39,989 miles
    Test number
    491467477708
    • AdvisoryO/s/r fitted with a different style of wheel but with the right sized tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers obscuring some under side components

  12. Fail39,989 miles (+3,785)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,989 miles
    Test number
    956652136957
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brakes showing signs of over heating
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers obscuring some under side components

  13. Pass36,204 miles (+5,715)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    36,204 miles
    Test number
    176005005282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass30,489 miles (+2,235)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,489 miles
    Test number
    646955794126
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass28,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    28,254 miles
    Test number
    438400903258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail28,254 miles (+2,408)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,254 miles
    Test number
    828297093105
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass25,846 miles (+3,577)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    25,846 miles
    Test number
    818965092138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,269 miles (+3,342)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,269 miles
    Test number
    786431201235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,927 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    18,927 miles
    Test number
    470907400243
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail18,927 miles (+5,350)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,927 miles
    Test number
    890137200275
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass13,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    13,577 miles
    Test number
    193849849182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V11 LNM

Does V11 LNM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V11 LNM is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V11 LNM?
The MOT on V11 LNM is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V11 LNM done?
V11 LNM was recorded at 52,718 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 2,327 miles a year.
Has V11 LNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V11 LNM has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on V11 LNM 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 V11 LNM find?
V11 LNM passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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