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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LA51 SEEMOT history

LA51 SEE is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 132,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

LA51 SEE blue 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 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
132,279 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 SEE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
8 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 SEE was last recorded at 132,279 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 7,894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,385 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,894 miles
Average per year
8,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,279 miles
  • 2024 – 124,385 miles
  • 2023 – 110,377 miles
  • 2022 – 99,097 miles
  • 2021 – 85,761 miles
  • 2020 – 76,349 miles
  • 2019 – 70,260 miles
  • 2018 – 59,393 miles
  • 2017 – 50,454 miles
  • 2016 – 44,545 miles
  • 2015 – 41,981 miles
  • 2014 – 33,620 miles
  • 2013 – 26,601 miles
  • 2012 – 22,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,279 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Near side front tyre is worn to limits on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Strong advise : rear brake pads are worn to limits !!!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,279 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    132,279 miles
    Test number
    665319111980
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail132,279 miles (+7,894)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,279 miles
    Test number
    255086851039
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low front (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass124,385 miles (+14,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    124,385 miles
    Test number
    285131343945
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass110,377 miles (+11,280)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    110,377 miles
    Test number
    740301753224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass99,097 miles (+13,336)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    99,097 miles
    Test number
    953411260478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,761 miles (+9,412)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,761 miles
    Test number
    726500509295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,349 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    76,349 miles
    Test number
    859870346534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail76,343 miles (+6,083)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,343 miles
    Test number
    285012304803
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass70,260 miles (+10,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    70,260 miles
    Test number
    190384783867
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre nearing wear limits

  10. Pass59,393 miles (+64)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    59,393 miles
    Test number
    278935440237
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre is worn to limits on edges
    • AdvisoryStrong advise : rear brake pads are worn to limits !!!

  11. Fail59,329 miles (+8,875)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,329 miles
    Test number
    555067557962
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre is worn to limits on edges
    • AdvisoryStrong advise : rear brake pads are worn to limits !!!

  12. Pass50,454 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    50,454 miles
    Test number
    818940288510
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail50,454 miles (+5,909)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,454 miles
    Test number
    826588000559
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre heavily worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass44,545 miles (+2,564)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    44,545 miles
    Test number
    141921548847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,981 miles (+8,361)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    41,981 miles
    Test number
    357982515267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,620 miles (+7,019)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    33,620 miles
    Test number
    746710514276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,601 miles (+4,056)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    26,601 miles
    Test number
    157908003223
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass22,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,545 miles
    Test number
    687016102289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 SEE

Does LA51 SEE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 SEE is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 SEE?
The MOT on LA51 SEE is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 SEE done?
LA51 SEE was recorded at 132,279 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 8,110 miles a year.
Has LA51 SEE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 SEE has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LA51 SEE 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 SEE find?
LA51 SEE passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil both.

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