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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LA51 RFOMOT history

LA51 RFO is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 168,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2022.

LA51 RFO silver 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 10 Jul 2023
Mileage
168,192 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 RFO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 RFO was last recorded at 168,192 miles on 11 Jul 2022, 3,838 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,354 miles · 12 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
3,838 miles
Average per year
5,837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 168,192 miles
  • 2021 – 164,354 miles
  • 2019 – 155,403 miles
  • 2018 – 149,892 miles
  • 2017 – 143,520 miles
  • 2016 – 137,773 miles
  • 2015 – 133,024 miles
  • 2013 – 124,924 miles
  • 2012 – 113,895 miles
  • 2011 – 108,634 miles
  • 2010 – 102,730 miles
  • 2009 – 96,779 miles
  • 2008 – 91,047 miles
  • 2007 – 80,792 miles
  • 2006 – 71,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,192 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,192 miles (+3,838)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    168,192 miles
    Test number
    574013566193
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass164,354 miles (+8,951)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    164,354 miles
    Test number
    728492910149
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass155,403 miles (+5,511)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    155,403 miles
    Test number
    799486295427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass149,892 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    149,892 miles
    Test number
    213181024695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail149,892 miles (+6,372)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,892 miles
    Test number
    403502625555
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass143,520 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    143,520 miles
    Test number
    995687116079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail143,502 miles (+5,729)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,502 miles
    Test number
    576382189838
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  8. Pass137,773 miles (+4,749)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    137,773 miles
    Test number
    773177609184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass133,024 miles (+2)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    133,024 miles
    Test number
    815373455188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner side wall slightly deteriorated

  10. Fail133,022 miles (+3)3 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,022 miles
    Test number
    845049545132
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner side wall slightly deteriorated

  11. Fail133,019 miles (+8,095)6 failures8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,019 miles
    Test number
    326166725172
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush 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)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade slightly split
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner side wall slightly deteriorated

  12. Pass124,924 miles (+9)6 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    124,924 miles
    Test number
    549275143312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteESP light on
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteO/s/r tyre side wall damaged
    • NoteSpare tyre and boot not checked, boot still full

  13. Fail124,915 miles (+18)1 failure6 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,915 miles
    Test number
    478083443447
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteESP light on
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteO/s/r tyre deflated
    • NoteO/s/r tyre side wall damaged
    • NoteSpare tyre and boot not checked, boot still full

  14. Fail124,897 miles (+11,002)1 dangerous6 failures4 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,897 miles
    Test number
    987139113390
    • DangerousNearside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoot and spare wheel not checked, boot full
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn to 0 on edges
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteO/s/f fog light inop
    • NoteO/s/f tyre deflated
    • NoteO/s/r tyre deflated
    • NoteO/s/r tyre side wall damaged

  15. Pass113,895 miles (+6)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    113,895 miles
    Test number
    139248232185
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteO/s park brake reduced effort
    • NotePark brake close to limit of free travel

  16. Fail113,889 miles (+5,255)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,889 miles
    Test number
    147015132141
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteO/s park brake reduced effort
    • NotePark brake close to limit of free travel

  17. Pass108,634 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    108,634 miles
    Test number
    517232731151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has been run flat, possible internal damage
    • NoteOil leak from transmission area
    • NoteRear indicators fading
    • NoteTraction control light on

  18. Fail108,634 miles (+5,904)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,634 miles
    Test number
    137251031100
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has been run flat, possible internal damage
    • NoteOil leak from transmission area
    • NoteRear indicators fading
    • NoteTraction control light on

  19. Pass102,730 miles (+116)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    102,730 miles
    Test number
    171232120007
    • NoteBrake fluid level nearing minimum.
    • NoteHandbrake travel becoming long.
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated.

  20. Fail102,614 miles (+5,835)2 dangerous10 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,614 miles
    Test number
    150025710403
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteBrake fluid level nearing minimum.
    • NoteHandbrake travel becoming long.
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated.

  21. Pass96,779 miles (+5,732)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    96,779 miles
    Test number
    492337609047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass91,047 miles (+10,255)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    91,047 miles
    Test number
    994101318046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass80,792 miles (+9,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    80,792 miles
    Test number
    921100617041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass71,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    71,791 miles
    Test number
    403264406098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 RFO

Does LA51 RFO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 RFO expired on 10 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 RFO?
The MOT on LA51 RFO expired on 10 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 RFO done?
LA51 RFO was recorded at 168,192 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2022, an average of 5,837 miles a year.
Has LA51 RFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 RFO has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on LA51 RFO 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 RFO find?
LA51 RFO passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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