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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LB51 OKJMOT history

LB51 OKJ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 151,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
151,268 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 OKJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 OKJ was last recorded at 151,268 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 1,021 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jul 2020: 140,262 miles, lower than 737,587 miles on 8 Jul 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
150,247 miles · 29 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,021 miles
Average per year
5,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,268 miles
  • 2025 – 150,247 miles
  • 2024 – 149,379 miles
  • 2023 – 149,216 miles
  • 2022 – 143,769 miles
  • 2021 – 141,203 miles
  • 2020 – 140,262 miles
  • 2019 – 737,587 miles
  • 2018 – 130,862 miles
  • 2016 – 127,105 miles
  • 2015 – 122,244 miles
  • 2014 – 114,042 miles
  • 2013 – 107,404 miles
  • 2011 – 91,474 miles
  • 2009 – 82,798 miles
  • 2008 – 68,589 miles
  • 2007 – 59,760 miles
  • 2006 – 49,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,268 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension undersills arms (5.3.6 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

  • Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,268 miles (+1,021)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    151,268 miles
    Test number
    367505498236
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension undersills arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,247 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    150,247 miles
    Test number
    339042821055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass149,379 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    149,379 miles
    Test number
    500003329749
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Undersills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail149,379 miles (+163)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,379 miles
    Test number
    447626253230
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Undersills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass149,216 miles (+5,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    149,216 miles
    Test number
    607995493873
    • AdvisorySills corroded

  6. Pass143,769 miles (+2,566)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    143,769 miles
    Test number
    991903711800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass141,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    141,203 miles
    Test number
    179473639731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail141,203 miles (+941)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,203 miles
    Test number
    163832970935
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass140,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    140,262 miles
    Test number
    887174182938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail140,262 miles (-597,325)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,262 miles
    Test number
    454650153605
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass737,587 miles (+606,725)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    737,587 miles
    Test number
    359201573702
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothsides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass130,862 miles (+3,757)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    130,862 miles
    Test number
    721014900220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass127,105 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    127,105 miles
    Test number
    937783988295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail127,099 miles (+45)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,099 miles
    Test number
    255676265512
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail127,054 miles (+4,810)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,054 miles
    Test number
    563833931124
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass122,244 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    122,244 miles
    Test number
    888242473549
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail122,240 miles (+8,198)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,240 miles
    Test number
    559830881339
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass114,042 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    114,042 miles
    Test number
    499234974274
    • 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)

  19. Fail114,039 miles (+6,635)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,039 miles
    Test number
    235268564296
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  20. Pass107,404 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    107,404 miles
    Test number
    718946663172
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    555368532105
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass91,474 miles (+83)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    91,474 miles
    Test number
    825458521000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail91,391 miles (+8,593)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,391 miles
    Test number
    739808911053
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass82,798 miles (+14,209)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    82,798 miles
    Test number
    400276459470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,589 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    68,589 miles
    Test number
    953547558320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail68,567 miles (+8,807)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,567 miles
    Test number
    342475748325
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass59,760 miles (+10,241)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    59,760 miles
    Test number
    863818997234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    49,519 miles
    Test number
    313283886282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 OKJ

Does LB51 OKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 OKJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 OKJ?
The MOT on LB51 OKJ is valid until 30 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 OKJ done?
LB51 OKJ was recorded at 151,268 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 5,167 miles a year.
Has LB51 OKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 OKJ has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 OKJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jul 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 OKJ find?
LB51 OKJ passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension undersills arms.

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