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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LB51 VXZMOT history

LB51 VXZ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 130,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
130,419 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 VXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
8 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 VXZ was last recorded at 130,419 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,235 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
184 miles
Average per year
5,851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,419 miles
  • 2025 – 130,235 miles
  • 2024 – 130,099 miles
  • 2023 – 129,756 miles
  • 2022 – 129,156 miles
  • 2021 – 129,013 miles
  • 2020 – 126,927 miles
  • 2019 – 125,514 miles
  • 2018 – 122,548 miles
  • 2017 – 120,171 miles
  • 2016 – 115,107 miles
  • 2015 – 110,731 miles
  • 2014 – 90,897 miles
  • 2013 – 72,291 miles
  • 2012 – 57,119 miles
  • 2010 – 39,997 miles
  • 2009 – 25,347 miles
  • 2008 – 18,443 miles
  • 2006 – 12,435 miles
  • 2005 – 9,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,419 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • 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 Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wish bone bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wish bone bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,419 miles (+184)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    130,419 miles
    Test number
    546828764956
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass130,235 miles (+136)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    130,235 miles
    Test number
    396690802636
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass130,099 miles (+343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    130,099 miles
    Test number
    369481291078
    • AdvisoryEml light pass due to date

  4. Pass129,756 miles (+600)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    129,756 miles
    Test number
    848370559386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wish bone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wish bone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass129,156 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    129,156 miles
    Test number
    254093854073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wish bone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wish bone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail129,156 miles (+143)2 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,156 miles
    Test number
    515081816214
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wish bone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wish bone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass129,013 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    129,013 miles
    Test number
    517330245657
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake low performance recomend repair
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail129,013 miles (+2,086)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,013 miles
    Test number
    181577877087
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake low performance recomend repair
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass126,927 miles (+46)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    126,927 miles
    Test number
    715382235158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted damaged inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail126,881 miles (+1,367)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,881 miles
    Test number
    233206381378
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded next to fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass125,514 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    125,514 miles
    Test number
    673207509623
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail125,514 miles (+2,966)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,514 miles
    Test number
    526486095412
    • MajorCentral Seat belt missing buckle (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass122,548 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    122,548 miles
    Test number
    947045823231
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail122,548 miles (+2,377)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,548 miles
    Test number
    284571583092
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass120,171 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    120,171 miles
    Test number
    623902031592
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  16. Fail120,170 miles (+5,063)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,170 miles
    Test number
    650213706815
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  17. Pass115,107 miles (+4,376)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    115,107 miles
    Test number
    156886946753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perishing and worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both rear pipes where meet hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil light on

  18. Pass110,731 miles (+19,834)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    110,731 miles
    Test number
    885027755065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s lower arm suspension bush slight play
    • NoteO/s lower suspension arm bush slight play

  19. Pass90,897 miles (+18,606)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    90,897 miles
    Test number
    739408344026
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass72,291 miles (+15,172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    72,291 miles
    Test number
    195701653083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass57,119 miles (+17,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    57,119 miles
    Test number
    826486952048
    • 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)

  22. Pass39,997 miles (+14,650)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    39,997 miles
    Test number
    923614660360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,347 miles (+6,904)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    25,347 miles
    Test number
    734583569394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,443 miles (+2,300)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    18,443 miles
    Test number
    731590758317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,143 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    16,143 miles
    Test number
    743103508078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail16,137 miles (+3,702)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,137 miles
    Test number
    183502908442
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  27. Pass12,435 miles (+3,031)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    12,435 miles
    Test number
    304653896282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass9,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    9,404 miles
    Test number
    161556985156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 VXZ

Does LB51 VXZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 VXZ is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 VXZ?
The MOT on LB51 VXZ is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 VXZ done?
LB51 VXZ was recorded at 130,419 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 5,851 miles a year.
Has LB51 VXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 VXZ has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 VXZ 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 VXZ find?
LB51 VXZ passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 7 more.

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