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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

LB51 OSDMOT history

LB51 OSD is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 18 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 111,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
111,568 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,127 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 OSD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 OSD was last recorded at 111,568 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,677 miles · 1 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
891 miles
Average per year
4,127 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,568 miles
  • 2024 – 110,677 miles
  • 2023 – 108,775 miles
  • 2022 – 106,584 miles
  • 2021 – 102,710 miles
  • 2020 – 101,573 miles
  • 2019 – 100,770 miles
  • 2017 – 100,228 miles
  • 2016 – 94,172 miles
  • 2015 – 90,197 miles
  • 2014 – 85,240 miles
  • 2013 – 79,657 miles
  • 2012 – 73,305 miles
  • 2011 – 66,632 miles
  • 2010 – 59,845 miles
  • 2009 – 51,425 miles
  • 2008 – 43,534 miles
  • 2007 – 35,794 miles
  • 2006 – 31,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,568 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on trailing arm (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on trailing arm (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (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.

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush collapsing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,568 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    111,568 miles
    Test number
    332855937072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on trailing arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on trailing arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail111,568 miles (+891)4 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,568 miles
    Test number
    228968024661
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on trailing arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on trailing arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass110,677 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    110,677 miles
    Test number
    954129041807
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush collapsing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush collapsing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail110,677 miles (+1,902)1 dangerous2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,677 miles
    Test number
    997858061575
    • DangerousSteering column universal joint likely to become detached lower universal joint (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush collapsing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush collapsing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,775 miles (+1)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    108,775 miles
    Test number
    585074522860
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen washer misaligned
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bump stop deteriorated

  6. Fail108,774 miles (+2,190)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,774 miles
    Test number
    209964796392
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen washer misaligned
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bump stop deteriorated

  7. Pass106,584 miles (+3,874)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    106,584 miles
    Test number
    288829300866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside screen washer weak
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension bump stop deteriorated

  8. Pass102,710 miles (+1,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    102,710 miles
    Test number
    860735175169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass101,573 miles (+223)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    101,573 miles
    Test number
    799960333854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,350 miles (+580)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,350 miles
    Test number
    550030345195
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass100,770 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,770 miles
    Test number
    916732219853
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on suspension componants

  12. Fail100,770 miles (+542)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,770 miles
    Test number
    173127076293
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet blocked (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiator cap
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm tyre worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on suspension componants

  13. Pass100,228 miles (+6,056)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    100,228 miles
    Test number
    911393760779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass94,172 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    94,172 miles
    Test number
    552026315638
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust downpipe support bracket excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorating

  15. Fail94,172 miles (+3,975)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,172 miles
    Test number
    552394298269
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust downpipe support bracket excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorating

  16. Pass90,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    90,197 miles
    Test number
    247009155151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail90,194 miles (+4,954)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,194 miles
    Test number
    825109755109
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass85,240 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    85,240 miles
    Test number
    136424254155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine drive belt deteriating

  19. Fail85,240 miles (+5,583)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,240 miles
    Test number
    789764054112
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine drive belt deteriating

  20. Pass79,657 miles (+6,352)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,657 miles
    Test number
    705192163176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  21. Pass73,305 miles (+6,673)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    73,305 miles
    Test number
    279490362453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust silencer deteriorating
    • NotePower steering pipes in front of radiator corroded

  22. Pass66,632 miles (+118)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,632 miles
    Test number
    445121261125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,514 miles (+6,669)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,514 miles
    Test number
    255718451435
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass59,845 miles (+8,420)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,845 miles
    Test number
    801170760170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,425 miles (+7,891)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    51,425 miles
    Test number
    471098149126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,534 miles (+7,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    43,534 miles
    Test number
    754126538119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass35,794 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2008
    Odometer
    35,794 miles
    Test number
    154762837133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2007
    Odometer
    31,397 miles
    Test number
    152440246161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 OSD

Does LB51 OSD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 OSD is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB51 OSD?
The MOT on LB51 OSD is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 OSD done?
LB51 OSD was recorded at 111,568 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 4,127 miles a year.
Has LB51 OSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 OSD has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 OSD 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 OSD find?
LB51 OSD passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust bush; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on trailing arm, and 4 more.

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