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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

LB51 NUEMOT history

LB51 NUE is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 107,567 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
107,567 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 NUE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 NUE was last recorded at 107,567 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 4,669 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,898 miles · 25 Jul 2015
Between the last two tests
4,669 miles
Average per year
2,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,567 miles
  • 2015 – 102,898 miles
  • 2014 – 99,940 miles
  • 2013 – 96,249 miles
  • 2012 – 92,145 miles
  • 2011 – 87,957 miles
  • 2010 – 83,463 miles
  • 2009 – 79,807 miles
  • 2008 – 74,166 miles
  • 2007 – 68,912 miles
  • 2006 – 52,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,567 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

13 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,567 miles (+4,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    107,567 miles
    Test number
    138913992795
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass102,898 miles (+2,958)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    102,898 miles
    Test number
    677676705252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass99,940 miles (+10)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    99,940 miles
    Test number
    615649604148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEml light on
    • NoteOil leak from gear box
    • NoteRear exhaust box has slight corrosion to the casing

  4. Fail99,930 miles (+3,681)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,930 miles
    Test number
    695983294067
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear exhaust box has slight corrosion to the casing)
    • NoteSlight Oil leak from gear box

  5. Pass96,249 miles (+2)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    96,249 miles
    Test number
    257483093043
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  6. Fail96,247 miles (+4,102)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,247 miles
    Test number
    256662893016
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Pass92,145 miles (+4,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    92,145 miles
    Test number
    958853892089
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  8. Pass87,957 miles (+4,494)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    87,957 miles
    Test number
    807001181006
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass83,463 miles (+3,656)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    83,463 miles
    Test number
    703386570070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges.

  10. Pass79,807 miles (+5,641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    79,807 miles
    Test number
    240479679051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass74,166 miles (+5,254)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    74,166 miles
    Test number
    181391178476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteGearbox leak.

  12. Pass68,912 miles (+16,153)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    68,912 miles
    Test number
    884724827154
    • NotePlay in rear wheel bearings.

  13. Pass52,759 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    52,759 miles
    Test number
    292448786165
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads going out of shape
    • NoteFront and rear number plates deteriorating
    • NoteSome movement in both front wishbone rear mount bushes

Questions about LB51 NUE

Does LB51 NUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 NUE is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 NUE?
The MOT on LB51 NUE is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 NUE done?
LB51 NUE was recorded at 107,567 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 2,745 miles a year.
Has LB51 NUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 NUE has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2014.
Has the mileage on LB51 NUE 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 NUE find?
LB51 NUE passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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