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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LA51 MAEMOT history

LA51 MAE is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 161,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

LA51 MAE silver 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 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
161,930 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
15,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 MAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 MAE was last recorded at 161,930 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 18,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,282 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
18,648 miles
Average per year
15,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,930 miles
  • 2025 – 143,282 miles
  • 2024 – 116,969 miles
  • 2023 – 97,359 miles
  • 2022 – 69,010 miles
  • 2021 – 68,889 miles
  • 2020 – 63,202 miles
  • 2019 – 56,416 miles
  • 2018 – 47,662 miles
  • 2017 – 27,827 miles
  • 2016 – 10,862 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,930 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge, 2254518.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Undertray fitted obstructing the inspection of testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 16 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,930 miles (+18,648)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    161,930 miles
    Test number
    624446811044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass143,282 miles (+26,313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    143,282 miles
    Test number
    572307056807
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass116,969 miles (+476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    116,969 miles
    Test number
    637494235290
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge, 2254518. (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail116,493 miles (+19,134)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,493 miles
    Test number
    571348019240
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre 2254518.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge, 2254518. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass97,359 miles (+28,349)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    97,359 miles
    Test number
    829556790560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,010 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    69,010 miles
    Test number
    372893041463
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obstructing the inspection of testable items

  7. Fail69,000 miles (+111)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,000 miles
    Test number
    481976159613
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obstructing the inspection of testable items

  8. Pass68,889 miles (+5,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    68,889 miles
    Test number
    664892555817
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Pass63,202 miles (+6,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    63,202 miles
    Test number
    167135037443
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass56,416 miles (+8,754)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    56,416 miles
    Test number
    520260847947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,662 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    47,662 miles
    Test number
    319393473932
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

  12. Fail47,662 miles (+19,835)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,662 miles
    Test number
    122546156880
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

  13. Pass27,827 miles (+16,965)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    27,827 miles
    Test number
    927955930759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass10,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    10,862 miles
    Test number
    232312306905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 MAE

Does LA51 MAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 MAE is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 MAE?
The MOT on LA51 MAE is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 MAE done?
LA51 MAE was recorded at 161,930 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 15,600 miles a year.
Has LA51 MAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 MAE has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LA51 MAE 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 MAE find?
LA51 MAE passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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