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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

LB51 BYKMOT history

LB51 BYK is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 87,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
87,068 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 BYK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 BYK was last recorded at 87,068 miles on 8 May 2026, 4,999 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,069 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,999 miles
Average per year
3,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,068 miles
  • 2025 – 82,069 miles
  • 2024 – 81,796 miles
  • 2022 – 78,776 miles
  • 2021 – 73,154 miles
  • 2020 – 68,287 miles
  • 2019 – 63,910 miles
  • 2018 – 59,576 miles
  • 2017 – 56,332 miles
  • 2016 – 51,923 miles
  • 2015 – 47,548 miles
  • 2014 – 43,950 miles
  • 2013 – 40,437 miles
  • 2012 – 36,130 miles
  • 2011 – 32,170 miles
  • 2010 – 27,601 miles
  • 2009 – 22,959 miles
  • 2008 – 21,035 miles
  • 2007 – 19,111 miles
  • 2006 – 16,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,068 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,068 miles (+4,999)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    87,068 miles
    Test number
    916060655556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,069 miles (+273)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    82,069 miles
    Test number
    538746946237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Pass81,796 miles (+3,020)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    81,796 miles
    Test number
    920494895877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated STARTING TO CRACK (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated STARTING TO CRACK (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords INNER SIDEWALL DAMAGED (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Pass78,776 miles (+5,622)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    78,776 miles
    Test number
    411713025196
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass73,154 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    73,154 miles
    Test number
    243264989652
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail73,153 miles (+4,866)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,153 miles
    Test number
    874275952759
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass68,287 miles (+223)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    68,287 miles
    Test number
    840170501857
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre obviously underinflated causing uneven wear. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail68,064 miles (+4,154)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,064 miles
    Test number
    673890688984
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre obviously underinflated causing uneven wear. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass63,910 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,910 miles
    Test number
    758617836232
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
  10. Fail63,906 miles (+4,330)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,906 miles
    Test number
    581753903599
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
  11. Pass59,576 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,576 miles
    Test number
    567728675814
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Fail59,575 miles (+3,243)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,575 miles
    Test number
    910437916190
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass56,332 miles (+4,409)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    56,332 miles
    Test number
    640843101696
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Pass51,923 miles (+99)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    51,923 miles
    Test number
    261370363289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished and wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryDrivers seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  15. Fail51,824 miles (+4,276)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,824 miles
    Test number
    340988892133
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished and wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryDrivers seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  16. Pass47,548 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    47,548 miles
    Test number
    804951685826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints (under load)
    • AdvisoryPower steering reservoir and hose damp
  17. Fail47,544 miles (+3,594)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,544 miles
    Test number
    466586997189
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints (under load)
    • AdvisoryPower steering reservoir and hose damp
  18. Pass43,950 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,950 miles
    Test number
    838961394227
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  19. Fail43,950 miles (+3,513)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,950 miles
    Test number
    239251194259
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  20. Pass40,437 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    40,437 miles
    Test number
    145029593282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  21. Fail40,437 miles (+4,307)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,437 miles
    Test number
    535418093260
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass36,130 miles (+3,960)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    36,130 miles
    Test number
    537279092240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass32,170 miles (+4,569)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    32,170 miles
    Test number
    898070181279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,601 miles (+4,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    27,601 miles
    Test number
    924338790201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass22,959 miles (+1,924)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    22,959 miles
    Test number
    690821689243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking on tread and side wall
  26. Pass21,035 miles (+1,924)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    21,035 miles
    Test number
    354848388232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,111 miles (+2,710)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    19,111 miles
    Test number
    811053007348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    16,401 miles
    Test number
    583408896230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 BYK

Does LB51 BYK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 BYK is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 BYK?
The MOT on LB51 BYK is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 BYK done?
LB51 BYK was recorded at 87,068 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 3,618 miles a year.
Has LB51 BYK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 BYK has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LB51 BYK 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 BYK find?
LB51 BYK passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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