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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LB51 NTGMOT history

LB51 NTG is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 166,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
166,631 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 NTG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 NTG was last recorded at 166,631 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 9,923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,708 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,923 miles
Average per year
6,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,631 miles
  • 2025 – 156,708 miles
  • 2024 – 154,264 miles
  • 2023 – 151,577 miles
  • 2022 – 150,920 miles
  • 2021 – 149,864 miles
  • 2019 – 149,160 miles
  • 2018 – 147,203 miles
  • 2017 – 145,208 miles
  • 2016 – 138,695 miles
  • 2015 – 129,167 miles
  • 2014 – 115,743 miles
  • 2013 – 111,023 miles
  • 2012 – 107,009 miles
  • 2011 – 100,830 miles
  • 2010 – 95,168 miles
  • 2009 – 83,022 miles
  • 2008 – 66,855 miles
  • 2007 – 54,062 miles
  • 2006 – 42,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,631 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,631 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    166,631 miles
    Test number
    868458946341
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail166,631 miles (+9,923)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,631 miles
    Test number
    915127934496
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35x18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass156,708 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    156,708 miles
    Test number
    544376138146
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail156,698 miles (+2,434)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,698 miles
    Test number
    468939588475
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass154,264 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    154,264 miles
    Test number
    322628628021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail154,253 miles (+2,676)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,253 miles
    Test number
    209418149897
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass151,577 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    151,577 miles
    Test number
    499968913200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to o/s & n/s rear jacking points

  8. Fail151,577 miles (+657)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,577 miles
    Test number
    687532370267
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to o/s & n/s rear jacking points

  9. Pass150,920 miles (+1,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    150,920 miles
    Test number
    565275798679
    • 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))

  10. Pass149,864 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    149,864 miles
    Test number
    150356889890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  11. Fail149,864 miles (+704)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,864 miles
    Test number
    840876742370
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  12. Pass149,160 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    149,160 miles
    Test number
    321688948368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail149,160 miles (+1,957)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,160 miles
    Test number
    103940836233
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass147,203 miles (+1,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    147,203 miles
    Test number
    830724946494
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inner edge(stepped)

  15. Pass145,208 miles (+6,513)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    145,208 miles
    Test number
    908224633045
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAll 4 discs rusty/pitted will require discs next pad change
    • AdvisoryFront tyres stepped inside edge

  16. Pass138,695 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    138,695 miles
    Test number
    420244106551
    • 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)

  17. Fail138,695 miles (+9,528)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,695 miles
    Test number
    995909454901
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)

  18. Pass129,167 miles (+13,424)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    129,167 miles
    Test number
    299895395179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass115,743 miles (+4,720)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    115,743 miles
    Test number
    266077094447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass111,023 miles (+4,014)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    111,023 miles
    Test number
    347216583157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass107,009 miles (+6,179)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    107,009 miles
    Test number
    637755492143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass100,830 miles (+5,662)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    100,830 miles
    Test number
    459390491174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,168 miles (+12,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    95,168 miles
    Test number
    623948790149
    • 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)

  24. Fail83,022 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,022 miles
    Test number
    382488719163
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass83,022 miles (+16,167)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    83,022 miles
    Test number
    480298319198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass66,855 miles (+12,793)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    66,855 miles
    Test number
    701138208161
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass54,062 miles (+11,818)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    54,062 miles
    Test number
    362362807186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    42,244 miles
    Test number
    473660816162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail42,244 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,244 miles
    Test number
    231930516453
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about LB51 NTG

Does LB51 NTG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 NTG is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 NTG?
The MOT on LB51 NTG is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 NTG done?
LB51 NTG was recorded at 166,631 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 6,145 miles a year.
Has LB51 NTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 NTG has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB51 NTG 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 NTG find?
LB51 NTG passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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