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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LA51 FLRMOT history

LA51 FLR is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 140,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2023.

LA51 FLR green 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 25 Jun 2024
Mileage
140,518 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 FLR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
6 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 FLR was last recorded at 140,518 miles on 26 Jun 2023, 3,913 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,605 miles · 20 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
3,913 miles
Average per year
4,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,518 miles
  • 2022 – 136,605 miles
  • 2021 – 134,251 miles
  • 2020 – 130,294 miles
  • 2019 – 125,556 miles
  • 2018 – 121,112 miles
  • 2017 – 119,949 miles
  • 2016 – 114,848 miles
  • 2015 – 110,486 miles
  • 2012 – 109,607 miles
  • 2011 – 106,362 miles
  • 2010 – 101,232 miles
  • 2009 – 80,920 miles
  • 2008 – 69,198 miles
  • 2007 – 63,671 miles
  • 2006 – 58,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,518 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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,518 miles (+3,913)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    140,518 miles
    Test number
    789455494702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,605 miles (+2,354)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    136,605 miles
    Test number
    813346692624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass134,251 miles (+3,957)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    134,251 miles
    Test number
    270576673515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass130,294 miles (+4,738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    130,294 miles
    Test number
    194172789745
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass125,556 miles (+4,444)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    125,556 miles
    Test number
    588460230372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass121,112 miles (+1,163)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    121,112 miles
    Test number
    806059154174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,949 miles (+5,101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    119,949 miles
    Test number
    615099196000
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass114,848 miles (+4,362)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    114,848 miles
    Test number
    989061600056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  9. Pass110,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    110,486 miles
    Test number
    575969545184
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Fail110,486 miles (+879)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,486 miles
    Test number
    715881045160
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass109,607 miles (+3,245)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    109,607 miles
    Test number
    448851172178
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass106,362 miles (+5,130)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    106,362 miles
    Test number
    316449211036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,232 miles (+163)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    101,232 miles
    Test number
    421551010193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront offside anti roll bar linkage ball joint cover split
    • NoteFront offside headlight lens slight damage

  14. Fail101,069 miles (+20,149)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,069 miles
    Test number
    980042700123
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront offside anti roll bar linkage ball joint cover split
    • NoteFront offside headlight lens slight damage

  15. Fail80,920 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,920 miles
    Test number
    481671319123
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass80,920 miles (+11,722)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    80,920 miles
    Test number
    711961519170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,198 miles (+5,527)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    69,198 miles
    Test number
    252466508459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,671 miles (+5,107)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    63,671 miles
    Test number
    180562997430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    58,564 miles
    Test number
    934174426024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,558 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,558 miles
    Test number
    121444426435
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about LA51 FLR

Does LA51 FLR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 FLR expired on 25 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 FLR?
The MOT on LA51 FLR expired on 25 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 FLR done?
LA51 FLR was recorded at 140,518 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2023, an average of 4,705 miles a year.
Has LA51 FLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 FLR has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2015.
Has the mileage on LA51 FLR 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 FLR find?
LA51 FLR passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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