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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LB51 HTLMOT history

LB51 HTL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 137,296 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2024
Mileage
137,296 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2023
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,752 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 HTL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 HTL was last recorded at 137,296 miles on 5 Jul 2023, 34,324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,972 miles · 3 Jul 2020
Between the last two tests
34,324 miles
Average per year
5,752 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,296 miles
  • 2020 – 102,972 miles
  • 2019 – 99,957 miles
  • 2018 – 97,110 miles
  • 2016 – 93,891 miles
  • 2015 – 90,574 miles
  • 2014 – 85,367 miles
  • 2013 – 79,096 miles
  • 2012 – 73,864 miles
  • 2011 – 69,513 miles
  • 2010 – 65,019 miles
  • 2009 – 60,375 miles
  • 2008 – 55,853 miles
  • 2007 – 48,876 miles
  • 2006 – 37,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,296 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.

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,296 miles (+34,324)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    137,296 miles
    Test number
    541518640604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,972 miles (+3,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    102,972 miles
    Test number
    193082633658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  3. Pass99,957 miles (+2,847)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,957 miles
    Test number
    512681656279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass97,110 miles (+3,219)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    97,110 miles
    Test number
    895555173134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass93,891 miles (+3,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    93,891 miles
    Test number
    831286302913
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  6. Pass90,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    90,574 miles
    Test number
    439879575003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail90,574 miles (+5,207)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,574 miles
    Test number
    475518575001
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteOil on min
  8. Pass85,367 miles (+6,271)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    85,367 miles
    Test number
    108158244487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,096 miles (+5,232)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    79,096 miles
    Test number
    376913733095
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to rust
    • NoteFront lower suspension wishbones inner rear mounting bushes and front antiroll bar mounting bushes slight movement
    • NoteFront wiper blade rubbers starting to split
    • NoteOffside rear suspension coil spring starting to rust
    • NotePower steering pipes/ reservoir damp- no leak
    • NoteRear brake discs starting to wear
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes, unions and ferrules starting to rust
  10. Pass73,864 miles (+19)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    73,864 miles
    Test number
    578837332011
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to rust
    • NoteFront lower suspension wishbones inner rear bushes and front antiroll bar mounting bushes slight movement
    • NoteHandbrake performance slightly low
    • NotePower steering pipes/ reservoir slightly damp
    • NoteRear brake discs starting to wear
    • NoteRear number plate starting to discolour
  11. Fail73,845 miles (+4,332)1 failure7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,845 miles
    Test number
    519464132018
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to rust
    • NoteFront lower suspension wishbones inner rear bushes and front antiroll bar mounting bushes slight movement
    • NoteHandbrake performance slightly low
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread worn to 2mm
    • NotePower steering pipes/ reservoir slightly damp
    • NoteRear brake discs starting to wear
    • NoteRear number plate starting to discolour
  12. Pass69,513 miles (+4,494)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    69,513 miles
    Test number
    705159121009
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread worn to 3mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread worn to 2mm
  13. Pass65,019 miles (+4,644)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    65,019 miles
    Test number
    580267430034
    • NoteBoth rear indicator bulbs starting to discolour
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread worn to 2.5mm
  14. Pass60,375 miles (+4,522)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    60,375 miles
    Test number
    530048039002
    • NoteFront number plate starting to discolour
    • NoteRear indicator bulbs starting to discolour
  15. Pass55,853 miles (+6,977)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    55,853 miles
    Test number
    563080748012
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteFront number plate starting to discolour
    • NoteFront tyres sidewalls small cuts
  16. Pass48,876 miles (+11,664)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    48,876 miles
    Test number
    764254537021
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread worn to legal limit
  17. Pass37,212 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    37,212 miles
    Test number
    951610046073
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing slightly.
    • NoteNearside front tyre has deep cuts in tread but not down to cords.
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight outer side wall damage.
    • NoteOffside front tyre has slight outer side wall damage.

Questions about LB51 HTL

Does LB51 HTL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 HTL expired on 4 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 HTL?
The MOT on LB51 HTL expired on 4 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 HTL done?
LB51 HTL was recorded at 137,296 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2023, an average of 5,752 miles a year.
Has LB51 HTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 HTL has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2015.
Has the mileage on LB51 HTL 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 HTL find?
LB51 HTL passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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