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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

LA51 FEMMOT history

LA51 FEM is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 20 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 43,819 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

LA51 FEM blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
43,819 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 FEM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 FEM was last recorded at 43,819 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 217 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,602 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
217 miles
Average per year
1,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,819 miles
  • 2025 – 43,602 miles
  • 2024 – 42,708 miles
  • 2023 – 41,860 miles
  • 2022 – 40,191 miles
  • 2021 – 39,645 miles
  • 2020 – 38,849 miles
  • 2019 – 38,054 miles
  • 2018 – 37,224 miles
  • 2017 – 36,748 miles
  • 2016 – 36,013 miles
  • 2015 – 35,449 miles
  • 2014 – 34,443 miles
  • 2013 – 33,432 miles
  • 2012 – 32,076 miles
  • 2011 – 30,521 miles
  • 2010 – 29,048 miles
  • 2009 – 26,911 miles
  • 2008 – 24,606 miles
  • 2007 – 22,379 miles
  • 2006 – 20,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,819 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension corroded

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,819 miles (+217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    43,819 miles
    Test number
    295789993063
    • AdvisorySuspension corroded
  2. Pass43,602 miles (+894)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    43,602 miles
    Test number
    866766005358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside washer weak but cleaning screen
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass42,708 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    42,708 miles
    Test number
    457878220562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass42,632 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    42,632 miles
    Test number
    141843403941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail42,616 miles (+756)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,616 miles
    Test number
    867710634374
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass41,860 miles (+1,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    41,860 miles
    Test number
    629134087057
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring perished
  7. Pass40,191 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    40,191 miles
    Test number
    461719060819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    39,645 miles
    Test number
    263088840151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail39,645 miles (+796)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,645 miles
    Test number
    828387900669
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyre valves are perished
  10. Pass38,849 miles (+795)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    38,849 miles
    Test number
    889831258815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,054 miles (+830)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    38,054 miles
    Test number
    367427159507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,224 miles (+476)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    37,224 miles
    Test number
    119092108340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,748 miles (+735)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    36,748 miles
    Test number
    354288666213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,013 miles (+564)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    36,013 miles
    Test number
    490837121050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,449 miles (+1,006)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    35,449 miles
    Test number
    249268265112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,443 miles (+1,011)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,443 miles
    Test number
    317179264114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,432 miles (+1,356)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,432 miles
    Test number
    269309263446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre low inner edge
  18. Pass32,076 miles (+1,555)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    32,076 miles
    Test number
    167092102204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,521 miles (+1,473)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,521 miles
    Test number
    718023301292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,048 miles (+2,137)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    29,048 miles
    Test number
    650031920307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,911 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,911 miles
    Test number
    394659109334
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  22. Pass26,911 miles (+2,305)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    26,911 miles
    Test number
    830539009324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,606 miles (+2,227)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,606 miles
    Test number
    451249308493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,379 miles (+1,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    22,379 miles
    Test number
    702514607390
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass20,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    20,504 miles
    Test number
    534175006337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail20,504 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,504 miles
    Test number
    724985606368
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LA51 FEM

Does LA51 FEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 FEM is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 FEM?
The MOT on LA51 FEM is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 FEM done?
LA51 FEM was recorded at 43,819 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 1,184 miles a year.
Has LA51 FEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 FEM has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LA51 FEM 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 LA51 FEM find?
LA51 FEM passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: suspension corroded.

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