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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

LA51 FETMOT history

LA51 FET is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 125,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2023.

LA51 FET blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2024
Mileage
125,685 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 FET
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 FET was last recorded at 125,685 miles on 17 Aug 2023, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jan 2017: 113,005 miles, lower than 113,040 miles on 11 Jan 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
125,633 miles · 11 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
3,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 125,685 miles
  • 2022 – 125,633 miles
  • 2021 – 125,334 miles
  • 2020 – 123,401 miles
  • 2019 – 121,301 miles
  • 2018 – 114,898 miles
  • 2017 – 113,005 miles
  • 2015 – 109,674 miles
  • 2014 – 102,444 miles
  • 2013 – 97,403 miles
  • 2012 – 95,597 miles
  • 2011 – 92,397 miles
  • 2010 – 88,912 miles
  • 2009 – 85,229 miles
  • 2008 – 80,482 miles
  • 2007 – 75,035 miles
  • 2006 – 71,547 miles
  • 2005 – 59,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,685 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside (5.3.6 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,685 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    125,685 miles
    Test number
    397769207585
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass125,633 miles (+299)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    125,633 miles
    Test number
    495803795363
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & side skirts fitted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive covered with filler. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,334 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    125,334 miles
    Test number
    493774808453
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail125,334 miles (+1,933)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,334 miles
    Test number
    178796336529
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both sides (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass123,401 miles (+2,100)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,401 miles
    Test number
    720856588948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass121,301 miles (+6,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,301 miles
    Test number
    310990978576
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass114,898 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    114,898 miles
    Test number
    920425504959
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  8. Fail114,842 miles (+1,837)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,842 miles
    Test number
    704648677944
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass113,005 miles (-35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    113,005 miles
    Test number
    436495050141
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail113,040 miles (+3,366)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,040 miles
    Test number
    356805392858
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass109,674 miles (+7,230)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    109,674 miles
    Test number
    835272748107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    102,444 miles
    Test number
    699053834380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail102,444 miles (+5,041)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,444 miles
    Test number
    967563934343
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  14. Pass97,403 miles (+1,806)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    97,403 miles
    Test number
    279606893228
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass95,597 miles (+3,200)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    95,597 miles
    Test number
    106563492284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass92,397 miles (+3,485)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    92,397 miles
    Test number
    947141911397
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass88,912 miles (+3,683)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    88,912 miles
    Test number
    452862810398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass85,229 miles (+4,747)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    85,229 miles
    Test number
    701795399286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,482 miles (+5,447)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    80,482 miles
    Test number
    463862718461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    75,035 miles
    Test number
    360412017387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,035 miles (+3,488)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,035 miles
    Test number
    614162017323
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass71,547 miles (+11,580)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    71,547 miles
    Test number
    830756746332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    59,967 miles
    Test number
    360255055375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 FET

Does LA51 FET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 FET expired on 16 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 FET?
The MOT on LA51 FET expired on 16 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 FET done?
LA51 FET was recorded at 125,685 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2023, an average of 3,723 miles a year.
Has LA51 FET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 FET has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LA51 FET ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jan 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA51 FET find?
LA51 FET passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2023 with 2 advisories: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside.

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