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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

LB51 NWJMOT history

LB51 NWJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2026
Mileage
96,590 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2025
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 NWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 NWJ was last recorded at 96,590 miles on 28 Jun 2025, 6,410 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
90,180 miles · 23 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
6,410 miles
Average per year
3,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,590 miles
  • 2024 – 90,180 miles
  • 2023 – 81,991 miles
  • 2022 – 75,293 miles
  • 2021 – 69,553 miles
  • 2018 – 66,402 miles
  • 2016 – 66,363 miles
  • 2014 – 65,488 miles
  • 2013 – 63,925 miles
  • 2012 – 62,672 miles
  • 2011 – 60,589 miles
  • 2010 – 59,092 miles
  • 2009 – 57,085 miles
  • 2008 – 54,726 miles
  • 2007 – 52,738 miles
  • 2006 – 43,348 miles
  • 2005 – 35,116 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,590 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,590 miles (+6,410)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    96,590 miles
    Test number
    215778736901
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass90,180 miles (+8,189)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    90,180 miles
    Test number
    596623463604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,991 miles (+6,698)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    81,991 miles
    Test number
    135735250531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,293 miles (+5,740)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    75,293 miles
    Test number
    117117036618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,553 miles (+3,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    69,553 miles
    Test number
    765215111151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass66,402 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    66,402 miles
    Test number
    602968663479
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail66,402 miles (+39)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,402 miles
    Test number
    259718942902
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass66,363 miles (+210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    66,363 miles
    Test number
    337735578846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  9. Pass66,153 miles (+665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    66,153 miles
    Test number
    590297935344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  10. Pass65,488 miles (+1,563)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    65,488 miles
    Test number
    177347834305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,925 miles (+1,253)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    63,925 miles
    Test number
    829635543382
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass62,672 miles (+2,083)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    62,672 miles
    Test number
    198055042349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    60,589 miles
    Test number
    846341941305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,589 miles (+1,497)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,589 miles
    Test number
    855531241370
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass59,092 miles (+2,007)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    59,092 miles
    Test number
    441194140367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,085 miles (+2,359)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    57,085 miles
    Test number
    760488329320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,726 miles (+1,988)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    54,726 miles
    Test number
    123537818363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,738 miles (+9,390)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    52,738 miles
    Test number
    241504347310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,348 miles (+8,232)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    43,348 miles
    Test number
    844781426378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    35,116 miles
    Test number
    453332025300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 NWJ

Does LB51 NWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 NWJ expired on 22 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 NWJ?
The MOT on LB51 NWJ expired on 22 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 NWJ done?
LB51 NWJ was recorded at 96,590 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2025, an average of 3,135 miles a year.
Has LB51 NWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 NWJ has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on LB51 NWJ 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 NWJ find?
LB51 NWJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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