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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

LL51 KLLMOT history

LL51 KLL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 149,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2024.

LL51 KLL blue 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 6 Aug 2025
Mileage
149,596 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 KLL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 KLL was last recorded at 149,596 miles on 2 Aug 2024, 4,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Oct 2008: 15,525 miles, lower than 35,007 miles on 28 Sept 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
145,574 miles · 7 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
4,022 miles
Average per year
6,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 149,596 miles
  • 2023 – 145,574 miles
  • 2022 – 141,754 miles
  • 2021 – 137,197 miles
  • 2020 – 131,907 miles
  • 2019 – 126,785 miles
  • 2018 – 120,852 miles
  • 2017 – 115,662 miles
  • 2016 – 110,018 miles
  • 2015 – 104,158 miles
  • 2014 – 95,024 miles
  • 2013 – 85,195 miles
  • 2012 – 74,174 miles
  • 2011 – 61,806 miles
  • 2010 – 48,738 miles
  • 2009 – 43,996 miles
  • 2008 – 15,525 miles
  • 2007 – 35,007 miles
  • 2006 – 30,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,596 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth nsf and osf wings corroded taped up with duct tape

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,596 miles (+4,022)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    149,596 miles
    Test number
    834806406517
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth nsf and osf wings corroded taped up with duct tape

  2. Pass145,574 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    145,574 miles
    Test number
    290799012898
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail145,574 miles (+3,820)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,574 miles
    Test number
    889067497356
    • DangerousNearside 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 Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass141,754 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    141,754 miles
    Test number
    758382064678
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail141,754 miles (+4,557)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,754 miles
    Test number
    840040526959
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass137,197 miles (+5,290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    137,197 miles
    Test number
    393889817288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass131,907 miles (+5,122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    131,907 miles
    Test number
    312664147945
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass126,785 miles (+159)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    126,785 miles
    Test number
    410869934402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail126,626 miles (+5,774)4 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,626 miles
    Test number
    907078149881
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass120,852 miles (+1)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    120,852 miles
    Test number
    677574730206
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail120,851 miles (+5,189)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,851 miles
    Test number
    611559032880
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass115,662 miles (+5,644)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    115,662 miles
    Test number
    871534791007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass110,018 miles (+5,860)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    110,018 miles
    Test number
    305174739478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,158 miles (+9,134)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    104,158 miles
    Test number
    691955936254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass95,024 miles (+9,829)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    95,024 miles
    Test number
    818769234204
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Fail85,195 miles3 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,195 miles
    Test number
    367341323288
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteCorosion to n/s/r and o/s/r metal brake pipes
    • NoteDistortion to front wheels inner rims
    • NoteFront brake hoses starting to deteriate
    • NoteO/s/f jacking point pad missing

  17. Pass85,195 miles (+11,021)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    85,195 miles
    Test number
    847181923258
    • NoteCorosion to n/s/r and o/s/r metal brake pipes
    • NoteDistortion to front wheels inner rims
    • NoteFront brake hoses starting to deteriate
    • NoteO/s/f jacking point pad missing

  18. Pass74,174 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    74,174 miles
    Test number
    475867232275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteWiper blades poor condition

  19. Fail74,172 miles (+12,366)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,172 miles
    Test number
    615347332277
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteWiper blades poor condition

  20. Pass61,806 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    61,806 miles
    Test number
    409862941287
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Fail61,805 miles (+13,067)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,805 miles
    Test number
    229691731273
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass48,738 miles (+4,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,738 miles
    Test number
    784229530275
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass43,996 miles (+28,471)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    43,996 miles
    Test number
    431272209435
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged

  24. Pass15,525 miles (-19,482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    15,525 miles
    Test number
    613787278247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass35,007 miles (+4,791)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,007 miles
    Test number
    542121177228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    30,216 miles
    Test number
    464248276209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 KLL

Does LL51 KLL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 KLL expired on 6 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 KLL?
The MOT on LL51 KLL expired on 6 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 KLL done?
LL51 KLL was recorded at 149,596 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2024, an average of 6,697 miles a year.
Has LL51 KLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 KLL has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LL51 KLL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Oct 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL51 KLL find?
LL51 KLL passed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2024 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear tyre slightly damaged; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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