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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

LL51 CWUMOT history

LL51 CWU is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 138,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2021.

LL51 CWU grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2022
Mileage
138,863 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2021
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,385 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 CWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 CWU was last recorded at 138,863 miles on 1 Nov 2021, 7,458 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,405 miles · 9 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
7,458 miles
Average per year
7,385 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 138,863 miles
  • 2020 – 131,405 miles
  • 2019 – 122,704 miles
  • 2018 – 107,226 miles
  • 2017 – 90,950 miles
  • 2016 – 74,529 miles
  • 2015 – 58,363 miles
  • 2014 – 55,753 miles
  • 2013 – 52,255 miles
  • 2012 – 44,300 miles
  • 2011 – 37,063 miles
  • 2010 – 32,244 miles
  • 2009 – 28,391 miles
  • 2008 – 26,211 miles
  • 2007 – 25,340 miles
  • 2006 – 23,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,863 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake effort requirement just met.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,863 miles (+7,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    138,863 miles
    Test number
    362968637060
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort requirement just met.

  2. Pass131,405 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    131,405 miles
    Test number
    835535111554
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail131,405 miles (+8,701)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,405 miles
    Test number
    691247645983
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse lamp isn't working(optional for this age of vehicle)

  4. Pass122,704 miles (+15,478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    122,704 miles
    Test number
    459582147032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort requirement just met (16%) and has little reserve travel.

  5. Pass107,226 miles (+16,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    107,226 miles
    Test number
    441277649107
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel.

  6. Pass90,950 miles (+16,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    90,950 miles
    Test number
    971568353203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass74,529 miles (+16,166)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    74,529 miles
    Test number
    253283567175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass58,363 miles (+2,610)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    58,363 miles
    Test number
    160328710417
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are cut and perished - on limit. Replacement recommended.
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort just met MOT standard.

  9. Pass55,753 miles (+3,498)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    55,753 miles
    Test number
    648858524378
    • NoteFront tyres damaged on sidewalls, tread cracked.

  10. Pass52,255 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    52,255 miles
    Test number
    309143323390
    • NoteN/s front tyre has cuts in the sidewall and is wearing on the inner tread
    • NoteO/s front tyre has cuts in the sidewall

  11. Fail52,255 miles (+7,955)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,255 miles
    Test number
    876192523359
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s front tyre has cuts in the sidewall and is wearing on the inner tread
    • NoteO/s front tyre has cuts in the sidewall
    • NoteWiper blades

  12. Pass44,300 miles (+7,237)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    44,300 miles
    Test number
    456271012411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,063 miles (+4,819)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    37,063 miles
    Test number
    468992431431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s front tyre has outer sidewall damage

  14. Pass32,244 miles (+3,853)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,244 miles
    Test number
    932773310331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,391 miles (+2,180)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    28,391 miles
    Test number
    800542949180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,211 miles (+871)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    26,211 miles
    Test number
    211754648435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,340 miles (+1,401)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    25,340 miles
    Test number
    580061547141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,939 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    23,939 miles
    Test number
    593130806155
    • Note1 Rear pads are low. † †2 Front pads are 70% worn.

Questions about LL51 CWU

Does LL51 CWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 CWU expired on 29 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 CWU?
The MOT on LL51 CWU expired on 29 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 CWU done?
LL51 CWU was recorded at 138,863 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2021, an average of 7,385 miles a year.
Has LL51 CWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 CWU has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LL51 CWU 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 CWU find?
LL51 CWU passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2021 with 1 advisory: parking brake effort requirement just met..

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