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BMW M3

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 3,999 cc

LA51 THAMOT history

LA51 THA is a grey petrol BMW M3 first used on 20 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 78,372 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

LA51 THA grey 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 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
78,372 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 THA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 THA was last recorded at 78,372 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 1,395 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,977 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,395 miles
Average per year
3,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,372 miles
  • 2025 – 76,977 miles
  • 2024 – 76,508 miles
  • 2023 – 74,207 miles
  • 2022 – 73,950 miles
  • 2020 – 72,174 miles
  • 2019 – 70,211 miles
  • 2018 – 68,758 miles
  • 2016 – 68,386 miles
  • 2015 – 63,276 miles
  • 2014 – 58,002 miles
  • 2013 – 50,582 miles
  • 2012 – 42,295 miles
  • 2011 – 33,230 miles
  • 2010 – 24,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,372 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,372 miles (+1,395)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    78,372 miles
    Test number
    444357922701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,977 miles (+469)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    76,977 miles
    Test number
    787918480408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    76,508 miles
    Test number
    182701190014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,508 miles (+2,301)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,508 miles
    Test number
    309315555231
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass74,207 miles (+257)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,207 miles
    Test number
    179083644912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass73,950 miles (+1,776)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    73,950 miles
    Test number
    530529487049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,174 miles (+1,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    72,174 miles
    Test number
    331707737352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass70,211 miles (+1,453)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,211 miles
    Test number
    826088470346
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,758 miles (+372)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,758 miles
    Test number
    899696969030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass68,386 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    68,386 miles
    Test number
    924197763927
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Fail68,386 miles (+5,110)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,386 miles
    Test number
    692329786660
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass63,276 miles (+5,274)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    63,276 miles
    Test number
    574005579224
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail58,002 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,002 miles
    Test number
    278470144306
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs have very slight hairline cracks

  14. Pass58,002 miles (+7,420)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    58,002 miles
    Test number
    445170444489
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs have very slight hairline cracks

  15. Pass50,582 miles (+8,287)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,582 miles
    Test number
    468455203449
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil on undertray and lower engine possible leak

  16. Pass42,295 miles (+9,065)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    42,295 miles
    Test number
    395463402374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,230 miles (+8,242)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    33,230 miles
    Test number
    959368291271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    24,988 miles
    Test number
    510849490217
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LA51 THA

Does LA51 THA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 THA is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 THA?
The MOT on LA51 THA is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 THA done?
LA51 THA was recorded at 78,372 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 3,472 miles a year.
Has LA51 THA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 THA has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LA51 THA 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 THA find?
LA51 THA passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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