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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,995 cc

LB51 DUYMOT history

LB51 DUY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 16 MOT tests, with 131,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
131,954 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
9 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 DUY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 DUY was last recorded at 131,954 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,944 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
3,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,954 miles
  • 2024 – 130,025 miles
  • 2022 – 124,671 miles
  • 2012 – 123,214 miles
  • 2010 – 122,994 miles
  • 2009 – 103,164 miles
  • 2008 – 80,493 miles
  • 2007 – 61,747 miles
  • 2005 – 57,388 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,954 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected light lens missing (4.6.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR PIPES AT REAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread blocking with wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

16 tests since 3 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,954 miles (+10)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    131,954 miles
    Test number
    877926223954
    • MinorNearside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected light lens missing (4.6.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail131,944 miles (+1,919)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,944 miles
    Test number
    449052667256
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected light lens missing (4.6.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass130,025 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    130,025 miles
    Test number
    808623607435
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR PIPES AT REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread blocking with wear (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail130,018 miles (+5,347)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,018 miles
    Test number
    315194424575
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam ON BOTH SIDES FRONT (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn ARMS ON BOTH SIDES FRONT LOWER REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR PIPES AT REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread blocking with wear (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass124,671 miles (+1,457)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    124,671 miles
    Test number
    613585984227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,214 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    123,214 miles
    Test number
    478296192000
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOsf rubber block is missing for jacking point

  7. Fail123,214 miles (+220)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,214 miles
    Test number
    499456192025
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOsf rubber block is missing for jacking point

  8. Pass122,994 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    122,994 miles
    Test number
    283950480221
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOsf rubber jacking point block missing
    • NoteOsr park brake less effective than nsr

  9. Fail122,994 miles (+3,324)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,994 miles
    Test number
    602090780266
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOsf rubber jacking point block missing
    • NoteOsr park brake less effective than nsr

  10. Fail119,670 miles (+16,506)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,670 miles
    Test number
    373358010109
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  11. Pass103,164 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    103,164 miles
    Test number
    652015129151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail102,980 miles (+22,487)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,980 miles
    Test number
    720791629177
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass80,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    80,493 miles
    Test number
    284293118101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,493 miles (+18,746)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,493 miles
    Test number
    474313318125
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass61,747 miles (+4,359)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    61,747 miles
    Test number
    394414707100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    57,388 miles
    Test number
    571777035370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 DUY

Does LB51 DUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 DUY is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 DUY?
The MOT on LB51 DUY is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 DUY done?
LB51 DUY was recorded at 131,954 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 3,672 miles a year.
Has LB51 DUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 DUY has failed 7 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB51 DUY 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 DUY find?
LB51 DUY passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected light lens missing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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