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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,995 cc

LB51 OJKMOT history

LB51 OJK is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 53,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2025
Mileage
53,042 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 OJK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 OJK was last recorded at 53,042 miles on 19 Nov 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,039 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 53,042 miles
  • 2023 – 50,399 miles
  • 2022 – 48,275 miles
  • 2021 – 46,292 miles
  • 2020 – 44,044 miles
  • 2019 – 42,066 miles
  • 2018 – 39,966 miles
  • 2017 – 38,373 miles
  • 2016 – 36,162 miles
  • 2015 – 34,372 miles
  • 2014 – 32,416 miles
  • 2013 – 30,159 miles
  • 2012 – 27,738 miles
  • 2011 – 25,285 miles
  • 2010 – 23,463 miles
  • 2009 – 22,260 miles
  • 2008 – 21,458 miles
  • 2007 – 20,292 miles
  • 2006 – 18,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,042 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel Cap Rubber Sealing Device Deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,042 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    53,042 miles
    Test number
    708859276390
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Rubber Sealing Device Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail53,039 miles (+2,640)3 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,039 miles
    Test number
    793673641444
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass50,399 miles (+2,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    50,399 miles
    Test number
    671414676497
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass48,275 miles (+1,983)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    48,275 miles
    Test number
    414058685760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass46,292 miles (+2,248)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    46,292 miles
    Test number
    879809121245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass44,044 miles (+1,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    44,044 miles
    Test number
    530313844722
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass42,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    42,066 miles
    Test number
    650079131901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail42,066 miles (+2,100)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,066 miles
    Test number
    216548780898
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass39,966 miles (+1,593)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    39,966 miles
    Test number
    275438854554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,373 miles (+2,211)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    38,373 miles
    Test number
    359242194982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,162 miles (+1,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    36,162 miles
    Test number
    702018824471
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass34,372 miles (+1,956)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    34,372 miles
    Test number
    173064544875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass32,416 miles (+9)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    32,416 miles
    Test number
    598609924321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlastic cover fitted over nearside and offside outer sills

  14. Fail32,407 miles (+2,248)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,407 miles
    Test number
    226378024323
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlastic cover fitted over nearside and offside outer sills

  15. Pass30,159 miles (+2,421)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    30,159 miles
    Test number
    545412723359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCracks in offside rear outer tyre wall
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  16. Pass27,738 miles (+2,453)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    27,738 miles
    Test number
    747257522366
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  17. Pass25,285 miles (+1,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    25,285 miles
    Test number
    177052721325
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass23,463 miles (+1,203)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    23,463 miles
    Test number
    161504130386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,260 miles (+802)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    22,260 miles
    Test number
    484766419449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    21,458 miles
    Test number
    941072018385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail21,457 miles (+1,165)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,457 miles
    Test number
    452752618444
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass20,292 miles (+2,106)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    20,292 miles
    Test number
    870319837358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    18,186 miles
    Test number
    942057106332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 OJK

Does LB51 OJK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 OJK expired on 18 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 OJK?
The MOT on LB51 OJK expired on 18 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 OJK done?
LB51 OJK was recorded at 53,042 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2024, an average of 1,932 miles a year.
Has LB51 OJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 OJK has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 OJK 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 OJK find?
LB51 OJK passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; fuel cap rubber sealing device deteriorated; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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