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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LA51 GUEMOT history

LA51 GUE is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 179,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2024.

LA51 GUE blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2025
Mileage
179,429 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 GUE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
8 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 GUE was last recorded at 179,429 miles on 12 Aug 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,423 miles · 14 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 179,429 miles
  • 2023 – 179,423 miles
  • 2022 – 179,415 miles
  • 2021 – 177,122 miles
  • 2020 – 174,489 miles
  • 2019 – 168,663 miles
  • 2018 – 161,718 miles
  • 2017 – 154,259 miles
  • 2016 – 144,442 miles
  • 2015 – 135,045 miles
  • 2014 – 125,737 miles
  • 2013 – 119,285 miles
  • 2012 – 109,743 miles
  • 2011 – 103,489 miles
  • 2010 – 94,282 miles
  • 2009 – 84,460 miles
  • 2008 – 75,049 miles
  • 2007 – 65,723 miles
  • 2006 – 60,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,429 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides greased (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill heavily corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,429 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    179,429 miles
    Test number
    706050637743
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill heavily corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail179,429 miles (+6)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,429 miles
    Test number
    249997949916
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill heavily corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail179,423 miles (+8)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,423 miles
    Test number
    438035344181
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement cover deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail179,415 miles (+2,293)1 dangerous7 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,415 miles
    Test number
    392996436838
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rose bush at wheel end (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rose bush (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rose bush at wheel end (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Outer cover and bump stop damaged (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Outer cover and bump stop damaged (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass177,122 miles (+2,633)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    177,122 miles
    Test number
    698455125670
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flange deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing slightly outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill becoming corroded around jacking point
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear subframe generally corroded

  6. Pass174,489 miles (+5,826)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    174,489 miles
    Test number
    555364450720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass168,663 miles (+170)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    168,663 miles
    Test number
    272860299681
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel at MOT limits
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail168,493 miles (+6,775)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,493 miles
    Test number
    759986226954
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Near side outer sill at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Near side outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel at MOT limits
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass161,718 miles (+70)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    161,718 miles
    Test number
    641416446604
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail161,648 miles (+7,389)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,648 miles
    Test number
    896860379121
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both main (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass154,259 miles (+9,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    154,259 miles
    Test number
    898149924886
    • Advisory1. Outer sills not tested due to sill covers fitted. 2. Front brake hoses starting to perish. 3. Hand brake travel close to limit.
    • Advisory4. Steel brake pipes at rear starting to corrode.

  12. Pass144,442 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    144,442 miles
    Test number
    231589509356
    • Advisory1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.
    • Advisory2. Offside hand brake efficiency is low.

  13. Fail144,437 miles (+9,392)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,437 miles
    Test number
    136638458349
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Advisory1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.
    • Advisory2. Offside hand brake efficiency is low.

  14. Pass135,045 miles (+194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    135,045 miles
    Test number
    347829645026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail134,851 miles (+9,114)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,851 miles
    Test number
    918051945084
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass125,737 miles (+117)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    125,737 miles
    Test number
    659218544002
    • NoteAs per failure.

  17. Fail125,620 miles (+6,335)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,620 miles
    Test number
    166643744443
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre at legal limits.

  18. Pass119,285 miles (+9,542)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    119,285 miles
    Test number
    495373323021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear inner brake pads look low

  19. Pass109,743 miles (+98)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    109,743 miles
    Test number
    745638922051
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail109,645 miles (+6,156)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,645 miles
    Test number
    876101122035
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass103,489 miles (+9,207)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    103,489 miles
    Test number
    437413731023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass94,282 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    94,282 miles
    Test number
    402669120057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAir bag Light on

  23. Fail94,282 miles (+9,822)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,282 miles
    Test number
    694319820040
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAir bag Light on

  24. Pass84,460 miles (+9,411)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    84,460 miles
    Test number
    804300639056
    • NoteNumber plate background

  25. Pass75,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    75,049 miles
    Test number
    851674918087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail75,046 miles (+9,323)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,046 miles
    Test number
    313694218018
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass65,723 miles (+4,990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    65,723 miles
    Test number
    363103317087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass60,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    60,733 miles
    Test number
    260027806023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 GUE

Does LA51 GUE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 GUE expired on 11 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 GUE?
The MOT on LA51 GUE expired on 11 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 GUE done?
LA51 GUE was recorded at 179,429 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2024, an average of 6,383 miles a year.
Has LA51 GUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 GUE has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LA51 GUE 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 GUE find?
LA51 GUE passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides greased; offside rear inner vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill heavily corroded, and 1 more.

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