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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

LB51 OKUMOT history

LB51 OKU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2020 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 89,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2020
Mileage
89,790 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,730 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 OKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2020
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB51 OKU was last recorded at 89,790 miles on 31 Mar 2022, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,770 miles · 23 Nov 2019
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
3,730 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,790 miles
  • 2019 – 89,770 miles
  • 2018 – 79,033 miles
  • 2017 – 72,984 miles
  • 2016 – 69,657 miles
  • 2015 – 66,094 miles
  • 2014 – 63,019 miles
  • 2013 – 60,348 miles
  • 2012 – 56,847 miles
  • 2011 – 52,463 miles
  • 2010 – 47,634 miles
  • 2009 – 43,692 miles
  • 2008 – 41,524 miles
  • 2007 – 36,932 miles
  • 2006 – 29,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,790 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator illuminated on dash (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade damaged (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade damaged split (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low to inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake o/s and n/s "Just met requirements" Reading 17%
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair 53% over all readings "Requires urgent attentioin (1.2.1 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Bonnet safety cATCH PARTIALLY SEIZED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail89,790 miles (+20)1 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,790 miles
    Test number
    961225203325
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator illuminated on dash (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade damaged (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade damaged split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low to inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake o/s and n/s "Just met requirements" Reading 17%
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair 53% over all readings "Requires urgent attentioin (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass89,770 miles (+10,737)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,770 miles
    Test number
    684240125671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass79,033 miles (+6,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,033 miles
    Test number
    380122327707
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass72,984 miles (+3,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    72,984 miles
    Test number
    152139474378
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass69,657 miles (+3,563)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,657 miles
    Test number
    550189006602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,094 miles (+130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,094 miles
    Test number
    951212817875
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety cATCH PARTIALLY SEIZED
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail65,964 miles (+2,945)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,964 miles
    Test number
    935764736912
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety cATCH PARTIALLY SEIZED
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass63,019 miles (+2,671)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,019 miles
    Test number
    737604304365
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  9. Pass60,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    60,348 miles
    Test number
    979288013306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,348 miles (+3,501)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,348 miles
    Test number
    455198813484
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOsf tyre low inner edge/perished

  11. Pass56,847 miles (+4,384)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    56,847 miles
    Test number
    795038802349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,463 miles (+4,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    52,463 miles
    Test number
    468394401377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass47,634 miles (+3,942)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    47,634 miles
    Test number
    243077310302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,692 miles (+194)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    43,692 miles
    Test number
    632018219385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,498 miles (+1,974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    43,498 miles
    Test number
    133253889149
    • 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)

  16. Pass41,524 miles (+4,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    41,524 miles
    Test number
    900525288102
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass36,932 miles (+7,107)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    36,932 miles
    Test number
    351420007147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    29,825 miles
    Test number
    460942366024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 OKU

Does LB51 OKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 OKU expired on 30 Nov 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 OKU?
The MOT on LB51 OKU expired on 30 Nov 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 OKU done?
LB51 OKU was recorded at 89,790 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2022, an average of 3,730 miles a year.
Has LB51 OKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 OKU has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 OKU 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 OKU find?
LB51 OKU failed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator illuminated on dash, and 9 more.

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