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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

LE51 FRVMOT history

LE51 FRV is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 95,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2022.

LE51 FRV silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Dec 2023
Mileage
95,556 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE51 FRV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE51 FRV was last recorded at 95,556 miles on 3 Dec 2022, 2,363 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,193 miles · 9 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
2,363 miles
Average per year
2,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 95,556 miles
  • 2021 – 93,193 miles
  • 2020 – 91,547 miles
  • 2019 – 88,410 miles
  • 2018 – 85,786 miles
  • 2017 – 83,205 miles
  • 2016 – 76,729 miles
  • 2015 – 69,414 miles
  • 2014 – 68,845 miles
  • 2013 – 67,652 miles
  • 2012 – 67,031 miles
  • 2011 – 66,453 miles
  • 2010 – 64,445 miles
  • 2009 – 61,751 miles
  • 2008 – 58,036 miles
  • 2007 – 54,283 miles
  • 2006 – 49,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,556 miles

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass95,556 miles (+2,363)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    95,556 miles
    Test number
    590083518339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass93,193 miles (+1,646)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,193 miles
    Test number
    237782887378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,547 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,547 miles
    Test number
    524918661868
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail91,546 miles (+3,136)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,546 miles
    Test number
    188500324229
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass88,410 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,410 miles
    Test number
    798081189414
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail88,410 miles (+2,624)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,410 miles
    Test number
    618653609846
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass85,786 miles (+2,581)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,786 miles
    Test number
    339523729645
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass83,205 miles (+6,476)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    83,205 miles
    Test number
    878873763782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,729 miles (+7,315)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    76,729 miles
    Test number
    253729450113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,414 miles (+569)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,414 miles
    Test number
    127504755192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,845 miles (+1,193)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    68,845 miles
    Test number
    786472454285
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Pass67,652 miles (+621)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,652 miles
    Test number
    868136443214
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass67,031 miles (+578)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    67,031 miles
    Test number
    376829542451
    • NoteOil level light on
  14. Pass66,453 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,453 miles
    Test number
    858623861296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,443 miles (+1,998)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,443 miles
    Test number
    886016051263
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  16. Pass64,445 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    64,445 miles
    Test number
    273777850242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,442 miles (+2,691)2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,442 miles
    Test number
    290566850221
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  18. Pass61,751 miles (+3,715)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    61,751 miles
    Test number
    882518459233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail58,036 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,036 miles
    Test number
    380959858467
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  20. Pass58,036 miles (+3,753)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    58,036 miles
    Test number
    873699458261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,283 miles (+4,652)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    54,283 miles
    Test number
    741302667293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    49,631 miles
    Test number
    550712866237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,631 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,631 miles
    Test number
    591981666201
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LE51 FRV

Does LE51 FRV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE51 FRV expired on 8 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE51 FRV?
The MOT on LE51 FRV expired on 8 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE51 FRV done?
LE51 FRV was recorded at 95,556 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2022, an average of 2,833 miles a year.
Has LE51 FRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE51 FRV has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LE51 FRV 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 LE51 FRV find?
LE51 FRV passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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