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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

LB51 BYAMOT history

LB51 BYA is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 95,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
95,561 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 BYA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 BYA was last recorded at 95,561 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 555 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,006 miles · 28 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
555 miles
Average per year
3,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,561 miles
  • 2024 – 95,006 miles
  • 2023 – 93,619 miles
  • 2022 – 92,758 miles
  • 2021 – 91,504 miles
  • 2020 – 90,240 miles
  • 2019 – 88,510 miles
  • 2018 – 86,040 miles
  • 2017 – 83,869 miles
  • 2016 – 81,447 miles
  • 2015 – 79,164 miles
  • 2014 – 75,151 miles
  • 2013 – 71,911 miles
  • 2012 – 67,408 miles
  • 2011 – 61,632 miles
  • 2010 – 55,822 miles
  • 2009 – 50,915 miles
  • 2008 – 46,871 miles
  • 2007 – 42,067 miles
  • 2006 – 37,574 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,561 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outside wall

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Fuel cap seal start cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,561 miles (+555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    95,561 miles
    Test number
    830005944650
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass95,006 miles (+1,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    95,006 miles
    Test number
    626237834777
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass93,619 miles (+861)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    93,619 miles
    Test number
    695708141128
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded

  4. Pass92,758 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    92,758 miles
    Test number
    658768802138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail92,758 miles (+1,254)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,758 miles
    Test number
    310195305113
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass91,504 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    91,504 miles
    Test number
    647341505708
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal start cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Boot lid component damaged but not likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail91,504 miles (+1,264)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,504 miles
    Test number
    641498838830
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal start cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Boot lid component damaged but not likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass90,240 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,240 miles
    Test number
    525639028538
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal start cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail90,240 miles (+1,730)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,240 miles
    Test number
    908222054077
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine Under Engine + Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal start cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass88,510 miles (+2,470)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,510 miles
    Test number
    581815822837
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass86,040 miles (+2,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    86,040 miles
    Test number
    533842793741
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass83,869 miles (+2,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    83,869 miles
    Test number
    173017034558
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear lamp on

  13. Pass81,447 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    81,447 miles
    Test number
    788310888829
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre close to limits and has cuts to tread

  14. Fail81,447 miles (+2,283)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,447 miles
    Test number
    897194405885
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre close to limits and has cuts to tread

  15. Pass79,164 miles (+4,013)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    79,164 miles
    Test number
    223047312604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,151 miles
    Test number
    589342004308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,150 miles (+3,239)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,150 miles
    Test number
    427492904348
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail71,911 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,911 miles
    Test number
    505187293219
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on edges

  19. Pass71,911 miles (+4,503)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    71,911 miles
    Test number
    528947293225
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on edges

  20. Pass67,408 miles (+5,776)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    67,408 miles
    Test number
    418152592214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,632 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,632 miles
    Test number
    686823891292
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail61,632 miles (+5,810)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,632 miles
    Test number
    749223991211
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass55,822 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    55,822 miles
    Test number
    893800700360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail55,822 miles (+4,907)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,822 miles
    Test number
    252930500338
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing thin

  25. Pass50,915 miles (+4,044)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    50,915 miles
    Test number
    430402509344
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront no plate starting to blemmish
    • NoteNear side rear tyre getting low
    • NoteRear no plate blemmishing

  26. Pass46,871 miles (+4,804)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    46,871 miles
    Test number
    660865998214
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear no plate starting to blemmish

  27. Pass42,067 miles (+4,493)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    42,067 miles
    Test number
    710607507391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass37,574 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    37,574 miles
    Test number
    224455806392
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB51 BYA

Does LB51 BYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 BYA is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB51 BYA?
The MOT on LB51 BYA is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 BYA done?
LB51 BYA was recorded at 95,561 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 3,057 miles a year.
Has LB51 BYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 BYA has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 BYA 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 LB51 BYA find?
LB51 BYA passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear coil spring corroded; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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