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Blue and White · Petrol · 2002 · 1,130 cc

LA51 SXWMOT history

LA51 SXW is a blue and white petrol BMW R Series first used on 7 Feb 2002. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 81,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
81,431 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 SXW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
R Series
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,130 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
7 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 SXW was last recorded at 81,431 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 2,748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,683 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,748 miles
Average per year
3,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,431 miles
  • 2024 – 78,683 miles
  • 2023 – 77,910 miles
  • 2022 – 76,738 miles
  • 2021 – 74,555 miles
  • 2019 – 65,502 miles
  • 2018 – 54,053 miles
  • 2017 – 47,545 miles
  • 2016 – 43,915 miles
  • 2015 – 38,451 miles
  • 2013 – 38,122 miles
  • 2012 – 36,775 miles
  • 2011 – 34,945 miles
  • 2010 – 30,636 miles
  • 2009 – 26,865 miles
  • 2008 – 23,189 miles
  • 2007 – 12,655 miles
  • 2006 – 10,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,431 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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 Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,431 miles (+2,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    81,431 miles
    Test number
    681760595746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass78,683 miles (+773)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    78,683 miles
    Test number
    672503880489
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass77,910 miles (+1,172)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    77,910 miles
    Test number
    864920085042
    • MinorFront Lower Steering linkage ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass76,738 miles (+2,183)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    76,738 miles
    Test number
    437700881778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,555 miles (+9,053)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    74,555 miles
    Test number
    668148402669
    • MinorNearside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass65,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,502 miles
    Test number
    526403150062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail65,502 miles (+11,449)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,502 miles
    Test number
    672899499937
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass54,053 miles (+6,508)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    54,053 miles
    Test number
    995370294064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,545 miles (+3,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    47,545 miles
    Test number
    252772508738
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  10. Pass43,915 miles (+5,464)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    43,915 miles
    Test number
    931766342021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,451 miles (+329)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    38,451 miles
    Test number
    748693485037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,122 miles (+1,347)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    38,122 miles
    Test number
    446716433046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,775 miles (+1,830)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,775 miles
    Test number
    668058432026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,945 miles (+4,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    34,945 miles
    Test number
    607929331037
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

  15. Pass30,636 miles (+3,771)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    30,636 miles
    Test number
    471561820019
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

  16. Pass26,865 miles (+3,676)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    26,865 miles
    Test number
    652088529098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,189 miles (+40)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    23,189 miles
    Test number
    150576438436
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly discoloured

  18. Fail23,149 miles (+10,494)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,149 miles
    Test number
    812251838091
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly discoloured

  19. Pass12,655 miles (+2,046)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    12,655 miles
    Test number
    143708917073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    10,609 miles
    Test number
    474241326003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 SXW

Does LA51 SXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 SXW is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 SXW?
The MOT on LA51 SXW is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 SXW done?
LA51 SXW was recorded at 81,431 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 3,440 miles a year.
Has LA51 SXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 SXW has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on LA51 SXW 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 SXW find?
LA51 SXW passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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