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Gold · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

LL51 CTXMOT history

LL51 CTX is a gold petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 91,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

LL51 CTX gold BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
91,283 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 CTX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 CTX was last recorded at 91,283 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,230 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
3,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,283 miles
  • 2025 – 87,654 miles
  • 2024 – 82,630 miles
  • 2023 – 81,378 miles
  • 2022 – 80,225 miles
  • 2020 – 78,469 miles
  • 2019 – 75,035 miles
  • 2018 – 74,810 miles
  • 2017 – 74,346 miles
  • 2016 – 73,906 miles
  • 2015 – 73,530 miles
  • 2014 – 73,026 miles
  • 2013 – 71,899 miles
  • 2012 – 67,791 miles
  • 2011 – 65,641 miles
  • 2010 – 59,742 miles
  • 2009 – 53,608 miles
  • 2008 – 44,754 miles
  • 2007 – 36,191 miles
  • 2006 – 29,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,283 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,283 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    91,283 miles
    Test number
    736537555897
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail91,230 miles (+3,576)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,230 miles
    Test number
    292385613814
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass87,654 miles (+5,024)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    87,654 miles
    Test number
    298300378651
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective damp (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper mounting (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass82,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    82,630 miles
    Test number
    883991987170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail82,630 miles (+1,252)6 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,630 miles
    Test number
    119689027784
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm has an unsafe modification trailing arm incorrectly mounted (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm has an unsafe modification trailing arm incorrectly mounted (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass81,378 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    81,378 miles
    Test number
    947932541231
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail81,375 miles (+15)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,375 miles
    Test number
    781427612543
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail81,360 miles (+1,135)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,360 miles
    Test number
    153516255366
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative headlight washer not fitted in accordance with light source (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam headlight intermittent, light source turned off and on throughout test (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative headlight washer not fitted in accordance with light source (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam headlight intermittent, light source turned off and on throughout test (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass80,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    80,225 miles
    Test number
    995875164563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,225 miles (+1,756)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,225 miles
    Test number
    132723175223
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  11. Pass78,469 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    78,469 miles
    Test number
    450090095776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,468 miles (+10)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,468 miles
    Test number
    496949404849
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail78,458 miles (+3,423)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,458 miles
    Test number
    409800610484
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass75,035 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    75,035 miles
    Test number
    421987756032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Fail75,035 miles (+225)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,035 miles
    Test number
    768621783651
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid blocked (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Pass74,810 miles (+464)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,810 miles
    Test number
    337854092542
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass74,346 miles (+440)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    74,346 miles
    Test number
    295127235095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass73,906 miles (+376)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    73,906 miles
    Test number
    605260061167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under side components

  19. Pass73,530 miles (+504)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    73,530 miles
    Test number
    746276675051
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass73,026 miles (+1,127)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    73,026 miles
    Test number
    145618354023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass71,899 miles (+4,108)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    71,899 miles
    Test number
    586370673016
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass67,791 miles (+2,150)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    67,791 miles
    Test number
    246062852050
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass65,641 miles (+5,899)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,641 miles
    Test number
    986456851017
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass59,742 miles (+6,134)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,742 miles
    Test number
    173382260424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass53,608 miles (+8,854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,608 miles
    Test number
    251440379072
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass44,754 miles (+8,563)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    44,754 miles
    Test number
    200118058089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass36,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,191 miles
    Test number
    144010767408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail36,191 miles (+6,980)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,191 miles
    Test number
    791240867020
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

  29. Pass29,211 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,211 miles
    Test number
    850488836002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LL51 CTX

Does LL51 CTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL51 CTX is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL51 CTX?
The MOT on LL51 CTX is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL51 CTX done?
LL51 CTX was recorded at 91,283 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 3,013 miles a year.
Has LL51 CTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 CTX has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LL51 CTX 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 LL51 CTX find?
LL51 CTX passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush; offside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush; oil leak, but not excessive.

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