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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LA51 RLZMOT history

LA51 RLZ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 137,813 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2022.

LA51 RLZ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2022
Mileage
137,813 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 RLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA51 RLZ was last recorded at 137,813 miles on 22 Mar 2022, 2,911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,902 miles · 16 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
2,911 miles
Average per year
4,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 137,813 miles
  • 2021 – 134,902 miles
  • 2020 – 134,829 miles
  • 2019 – 127,325 miles
  • 2018 – 116,352 miles
  • 2017 – 106,542 miles
  • 2016 – 97,103 miles
  • 2015 – 87,963 miles
  • 2014 – 83,866 miles
  • 2013 – 80,010 miles
  • 2012 – 76,441 miles
  • 2011 – 72,278 miles
  • 2010 – 67,561 miles
  • 2009 – 66,103 miles
  • 2008 – 64,660 miles
  • 2007 – 62,933 miles
  • 2006 – 61,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,813 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected (1.1.21 (e) (ii))
  • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail137,813 miles (+2,911)1 dangerous9 major7 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,813 miles
    Test number
    885329214271
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected (1.1.21 (e) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass134,902 miles (+73)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    134,902 miles
    Test number
    157741419526
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake noisey/squeeking brakes reading all ok
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

  3. Pass134,829 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    134,829 miles
    Test number
    906913672450
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail134,829 miles (+7,504)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,829 miles
    Test number
    391085764537
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass127,325 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    127,325 miles
    Test number
    123694333792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail127,320 miles (+10,968)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,320 miles
    Test number
    828626530866
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass116,352 miles (+235)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    116,352 miles
    Test number
    881910241367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail116,117 miles (+9,575)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,117 miles
    Test number
    951457161685
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass106,542 miles (+9,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    106,542 miles
    Test number
    844103467122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass97,103 miles (+9,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,103 miles
    Test number
    313131251422
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass87,963 miles (+4,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    87,963 miles
    Test number
    366271065046
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass83,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    83,866 miles
    Test number
    727750884068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail83,863 miles (+3,853)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,863 miles
    Test number
    825440984024
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

  14. Pass80,010 miles (+3,569)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    80,010 miles
    Test number
    188887563073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,441 miles (+4,163)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    76,441 miles
    Test number
    766103382055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    72,278 miles
    Test number
    218682681068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,278 miles (+4,717)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,278 miles
    Test number
    289052581004
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass67,561 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,561 miles
    Test number
    730525460097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail67,556 miles (+1,453)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,556 miles
    Test number
    704804160008
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass66,103 miles (+1,443)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    66,103 miles
    Test number
    104838979094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,660 miles (+1,727)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    64,660 miles
    Test number
    481134878053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,933 miles (+1,397)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    62,933 miles
    Test number
    541682267063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    61,536 miles
    Test number
    622323676038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 RLZ

Does LA51 RLZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 RLZ expired on 22 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 RLZ?
The MOT on LA51 RLZ expired on 22 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 RLZ done?
LA51 RLZ was recorded at 137,813 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2022, an average of 4,761 miles a year.
Has LA51 RLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 RLZ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LA51 RLZ 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 RLZ find?
LA51 RLZ failed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 7 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside rear parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected; main beam tell-tale not working; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, and 23 more.

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