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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LA51 USSMOT history

LA51 USS is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 82,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2024.

LA51 USS blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2025
Mileage
82,525 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2024
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 USS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 USS was last recorded at 82,525 miles on 29 Apr 2024, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,513 miles · 19 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
3,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 82,525 miles
  • 2022 – 82,472 miles
  • 2021 – 79,204 miles
  • 2020 – 75,922 miles
  • 2019 – 72,149 miles
  • 2018 – 66,812 miles
  • 2017 – 58,797 miles
  • 2016 – 52,275 miles
  • 2014 – 46,116 miles
  • 2013 – 41,693 miles
  • 2012 – 37,644 miles
  • 2011 – 34,315 miles
  • 2009 – 26,883 miles
  • 2008 – 18,374 miles
  • 2007 – 15,414 miles
  • 2006 – 14,327 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,525 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle all over general corrosion

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,525 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    82,525 miles
    Test number
    396287333718
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle all over general corrosion

  2. Fail82,513 miles (+41)3 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,513 miles
    Test number
    991698609359
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle all over general corrosion

  3. Pass82,472 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    82,472 miles
    Test number
    484995122563
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail82,470 miles (+3,266)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,470 miles
    Test number
    668456530115
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass79,204 miles (+3,282)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    79,204 miles
    Test number
    546055082223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    75,922 miles
    Test number
    693060724197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail75,921 miles (+3,772)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,921 miles
    Test number
    350391420456
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass72,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2020
    Odometer
    72,149 miles
    Test number
    402909860945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,148 miles (+5,336)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,148 miles
    Test number
    731215087996
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass66,812 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    66,812 miles
    Test number
    571609651246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,797 miles (+8,000)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,797 miles
    Test number
    956510525617
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass58,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    58,797 miles
    Test number
    863978783407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,796 miles (+6,521)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,796 miles
    Test number
    419867598432
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass52,275 miles (+6,159)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    52,275 miles
    Test number
    498796098923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,116 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    46,116 miles
    Test number
    768946634344
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail46,114 miles (+4,421)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,114 miles
    Test number
    485465434339
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass41,693 miles (+4,049)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    41,693 miles
    Test number
    319184053365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass37,644 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,644 miles
    Test number
    215820352426
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail37,644 miles (+3,329)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,644 miles
    Test number
    267196042155
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass34,315 miles (+7,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    34,315 miles
    Test number
    316933251173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass26,883 miles (+8,509)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    26,883 miles
    Test number
    324478529118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,374 miles (+2,960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    18,374 miles
    Test number
    181847238477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass15,414 miles (+1,087)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    15,414 miles
    Test number
    152901137438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    14,327 miles
    Test number
    180631986077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 USS

Does LA51 USS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 USS expired on 28 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 USS?
The MOT on LA51 USS expired on 28 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 USS done?
LA51 USS was recorded at 82,525 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2024, an average of 3,767 miles a year.
Has LA51 USS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 USS has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LA51 USS 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 USS find?
LA51 USS passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2024 with 2 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; under side of vehicle all over general corrosion.

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