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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

LB51 ETUMOT history

LB51 ETU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 152,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
152,706 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,493 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 ETU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 ETU was last recorded at 152,706 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 3,707 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,999 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,707 miles
Average per year
5,493 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,706 miles
  • 2025 – 148,999 miles
  • 2024 – 145,587 miles
  • 2023 – 140,876 miles
  • 2022 – 135,670 miles
  • 2021 – 129,940 miles
  • 2020 – 124,972 miles
  • 2018 – 117,353 miles
  • 2017 – 115,455 miles
  • 2016 – 111,812 miles
  • 2015 – 106,837 miles
  • 2014 – 102,614 miles
  • 2013 – 98,617 miles
  • 2012 – 94,867 miles
  • 2011 – 89,671 miles
  • 2010 – 82,366 miles
  • 2009 – 74,325 miles
  • 2008 – 64,524 miles
  • 2007 – 56,924 miles
  • 2006 – 45,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,706 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Play detected in both front steering rack ends

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,706 miles (+3,707)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    152,706 miles
    Test number
    420024824949
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass148,999 miles (+3,412)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    148,999 miles
    Test number
    155837001567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass145,587 miles (+4,711)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    145,587 miles
    Test number
    103409429389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass140,876 miles (+5,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    140,876 miles
    Test number
    568583614899
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass135,670 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    135,670 miles
    Test number
    790850845680
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail135,670 miles (+5,730)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,670 miles
    Test number
    119559659561
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass129,940 miles (+4,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    129,940 miles
    Test number
    120871601493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass124,972 miles (+7,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    124,972 miles
    Test number
    730536419523
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass117,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    117,353 miles
    Test number
    983723403825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail117,353 miles (+1,898)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,353 miles
    Test number
    327662241890
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass115,455 miles (+3,643)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    115,455 miles
    Test number
    440919267516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass111,812 miles (+4,975)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    111,812 miles
    Test number
    939942508238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,837 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    106,837 miles
    Test number
    140530486571
    • AdvisoryPlay detected in both front steering rack ends

  14. Fail106,837 miles (+4,223)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,837 miles
    Test number
    166749304851
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPlay detected in both front steering rack ends

  15. Pass102,614 miles (+3,997)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    102,614 miles
    Test number
    657606064295
    • NotePlay detected in offside steering rack-end
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack-end
    • NoteSlight play in offside front (lower) suspension arm (rear) bush (deteriorating).

  16. Pass98,617 miles (+3,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    98,617 miles
    Test number
    305629163409
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass94,867 miles (+5,196)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    94,867 miles
    Test number
    868783162225
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm rear bushes soft
    • NoteOil warning light intermittent?
    • NotePlay detected in offside steering rack-end
    • NotePossible oil leak from engine area
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack-end

  18. Pass89,671 miles (+7,305)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    89,671 miles
    Test number
    228543351225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,366 miles (+8,041)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    82,366 miles
    Test number
    114026760210
    • NoteFront registration plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteWipers slightly smeary

  20. Pass74,325 miles (+9,801)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    74,325 miles
    Test number
    660268779245
    • NoteNearside and offside front lower suspension arm rear bushes slightly deteriated-not resulting in excessive free movement.

  21. Pass64,524 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    64,524 miles
    Test number
    702211868221
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteFront registration plate starting to deteriorate

  22. Fail64,523 miles (+7,599)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,523 miles
    Test number
    550911768293
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteFront registration plate starting to deteriorate

  23. Pass56,924 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    56,924 miles
    Test number
    831682487281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,923 miles (+11,554)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,923 miles
    Test number
    611171787209
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not 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)

  25. Pass45,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    45,369 miles
    Test number
    541602276223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail45,369 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,369 miles
    Test number
    651872276260
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LB51 ETU

Does LB51 ETU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 ETU is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 ETU?
The MOT on LB51 ETU is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 ETU done?
LB51 ETU was recorded at 152,706 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 5,493 miles a year.
Has LB51 ETU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 ETU has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 ETU 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 ETU find?
LB51 ETU passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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