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BMW F Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 652 cc

LB51 XAPMOT history

LB51 XAP is a blue petrol BMW F Series first used on 28 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 56,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2026
Mileage
56,260 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 XAP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
F Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
652 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 XAP was last recorded at 56,260 miles on 27 Sept 2025, 7,955 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,305 miles · 24 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,955 miles
Average per year
2,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 56,260 miles
  • 2024 – 48,305 miles
  • 2023 – 41,579 miles
  • 2022 – 36,075 miles
  • 2021 – 23,479 miles
  • 2020 – 22,256 miles
  • 2019 – 21,694 miles
  • 2018 – 20,439 miles
  • 2016 – 19,799 miles
  • 2014 – 14,097 miles
  • 2013 – 12,928 miles
  • 2012 – 11,648 miles
  • 2011 – 11,475 miles
  • 2010 – 11,209 miles
  • 2009 – 10,130 miles
  • 2007 – 8,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,260 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    56,260 miles
    Test number
    665049980052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail56,260 miles (+7,955)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,260 miles
    Test number
    196221124824
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass48,305 miles (+6,726)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    48,305 miles
    Test number
    516755175657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,579 miles (+5,504)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    41,579 miles
    Test number
    711028274194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass36,075 miles (+12,596)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    36,075 miles
    Test number
    843854550068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass23,479 miles (+1,223)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    23,479 miles
    Test number
    422674609480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass22,256 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    22,256 miles
    Test number
    483029722043
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail22,256 miles (+562)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,256 miles
    Test number
    248334110154
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass21,694 miles (+1,255)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    21,694 miles
    Test number
    728959201504
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass20,439 miles (+640)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    20,439 miles
    Test number
    373109058862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass19,799 miles (+455)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    19,799 miles
    Test number
    278902389187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  12. Pass19,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    19,344 miles
    Test number
    338069439160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail19,344 miles (+5,247)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,344 miles
    Test number
    125826261702
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)

  14. Pass14,097 miles (+1,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    14,097 miles
    Test number
    607022994027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  15. Fail12,928 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,928 miles
    Test number
    228348143467
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

  16. Pass12,928 miles (+1,280)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    12,928 miles
    Test number
    468128443134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass11,648 miles (+173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    11,648 miles
    Test number
    576982832147
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  18. Pass11,475 miles (+266)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    11,475 miles
    Test number
    115878231185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass11,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    11,209 miles
    Test number
    651583730134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail11,209 miles (+1,079)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,209 miles
    Test number
    801783430194
    • Repaired at testStop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

  21. Pass10,130 miles (+1,334)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    10,130 miles
    Test number
    760919449124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    8,796 miles
    Test number
    120396607051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 XAP

Does LB51 XAP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 XAP expired on 1 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 XAP?
The MOT on LB51 XAP expired on 1 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 XAP done?
LB51 XAP was recorded at 56,260 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2025, an average of 2,535 miles a year.
Has LB51 XAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 XAP has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 XAP 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 XAP find?
LB51 XAP passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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