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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

LB51 DUUMOT history

LB51 DUU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 112,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
112,082 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 DUU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 DUU was last recorded at 112,082 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 2,446 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,636 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,446 miles
Average per year
3,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,082 miles
  • 2025 – 109,636 miles
  • 2024 – 107,766 miles
  • 2023 – 106,199 miles
  • 2022 – 104,996 miles
  • 2021 – 103,007 miles
  • 2020 – 101,512 miles
  • 2019 – 98,848 miles
  • 2018 – 95,373 miles
  • 2017 – 92,397 miles
  • 2016 – 87,623 miles
  • 2015 – 79,936 miles
  • 2014 – 74,160 miles
  • 2013 – 69,502 miles
  • 2012 – 62,704 miles
  • 2011 – 61,487 miles
  • 2010 – 56,986 miles
  • 2009 – 48,358 miles
  • 2007 – 39,703 miles
  • 2006 – 36,425 miles
  • 2005 – 32,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,082 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
  • AdvisoryRust/Corrosion to body

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 Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,082 miles (+2,446)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    112,082 miles
    Test number
    419125832889
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRust/Corrosion to body

  2. Pass109,636 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    109,636 miles
    Test number
    454909973754
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Fail109,636 miles (+1,870)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,636 miles
    Test number
    966816173777
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass107,766 miles (+1,567)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    107,766 miles
    Test number
    550413486417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,199 miles (+1,203)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    106,199 miles
    Test number
    184514646328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,996 miles (+1,989)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    104,996 miles
    Test number
    575405675103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,007 miles (+1,495)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    103,007 miles
    Test number
    774928457995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass101,512 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    101,512 miles
    Test number
    797351009359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail101,476 miles (+2,628)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,476 miles
    Test number
    642045230424
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective split/perished (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass98,848 miles (+3,475)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    98,848 miles
    Test number
    143685671690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,373 miles (+2,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    95,373 miles
    Test number
    118120463295
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass92,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    92,397 miles
    Test number
    151782954376
    • 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)

  13. Fail92,397 miles (+4,774)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,397 miles
    Test number
    206657519979
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  14. Pass87,623 miles (+7,687)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    87,623 miles
    Test number
    102901669873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,936 miles (+5,776)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    79,936 miles
    Test number
    309247995150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,160 miles (+4,658)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    74,160 miles
    Test number
    375969494161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,502 miles (+6,798)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,502 miles
    Test number
    788099293182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,704 miles (+1,217)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    62,704 miles
    Test number
    238723922288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,487 miles (+4,501)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,487 miles
    Test number
    645723661338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,986 miles (+4,546)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,986 miles
    Test number
    672283560342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,440 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,440 miles
    Test number
    701102500046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,358 miles (+8,655)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    48,358 miles
    Test number
    661432709024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,703 miles (+3,278)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    39,703 miles
    Test number
    784461957397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,425 miles (+3,927)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    36,425 miles
    Test number
    952644966348
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have splits

  25. Pass32,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    32,498 miles
    Test number
    480093465485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 DUU

Does LB51 DUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 DUU is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 DUU?
The MOT on LB51 DUU is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 DUU done?
LB51 DUU was recorded at 112,082 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 3,862 miles a year.
Has LB51 DUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 DUU has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 DUU 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 DUU find?
LB51 DUU passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides, and 1 more.

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