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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

LS51 AKNMOT history

LS51 AKN is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 147,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2025.

LS51 AKN black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
147,722 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 AKN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 AKN was last recorded at 147,722 miles on 18 Aug 2025, 6,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,462 miles · 19 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
6,260 miles
Average per year
5,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,722 miles
  • 2024 – 141,462 miles
  • 2023 – 137,226 miles
  • 2022 – 135,799 miles
  • 2021 – 134,848 miles
  • 2020 – 132,234 miles
  • 2019 – 129,566 miles
  • 2018 – 121,747 miles
  • 2017 – 106,454 miles
  • 2016 – 87,148 miles
  • 2015 – 83,265 miles
  • 2014 – 77,624 miles
  • 2013 – 72,852 miles
  • 2012 – 71,051 miles
  • 2011 – 66,613 miles
  • 2010 – 63,490 miles
  • 2009 – 57,903 miles
  • 2008 – 51,505 miles
  • 2006 – 44,054 miles
  • 2005 – 39,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,722 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front fog lamp missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Sill covers fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,722 miles (+6,260)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    147,722 miles
    Test number
    342545397925
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass141,462 miles (+4,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    141,462 miles
    Test number
    639865435788
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive slight leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass137,226 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    137,226 miles
    Test number
    967659986250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  4. Fail137,226 miles (+1,427)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,226 miles
    Test number
    372291471903
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  5. Pass135,799 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    135,799 miles
    Test number
    358358639044
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  6. Fail135,799 miles (+951)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,799 miles
    Test number
    869668800661
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil light flashing
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  7. Pass134,848 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    134,848 miles
    Test number
    734396502858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp missing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obscuring some components

  8. Fail134,848 miles (+2,614)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,848 miles
    Test number
    700939735531
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp missing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obscuring some components

  9. Pass132,234 miles (+2,668)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    132,234 miles
    Test number
    396134962302
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass129,566 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    129,566 miles
    Test number
    698011255054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail129,565 miles (+7,818)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,565 miles
    Test number
    978903155067
    • MajorNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass121,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    121,747 miles
    Test number
    197819962103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail121,747 miles (+15,293)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,747 miles
    Test number
    419159543092
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Pass106,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    106,454 miles
    Test number
    711066722354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail106,454 miles (+19,306)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,454 miles
    Test number
    908170803934
    • DangerousNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass87,148 miles (+3,883)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    87,148 miles
    Test number
    682790952176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass83,265 miles (+5,641)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    83,265 miles
    Test number
    615506916188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,624 miles (+4,772)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,624 miles
    Test number
    147049264139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,852 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,852 miles
    Test number
    578432343177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,051 miles (+4,438)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    71,051 miles
    Test number
    689321332160
    • NoteOffside front tyre nailed on inner tread
    • NoteVehicle is fitted with a underbody cover

  21. Pass66,613 miles (+3,123)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    66,613 miles
    Test number
    256587931402
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNumberplate bulb holder insecure

  22. Pass63,490 miles (+5,587)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    63,490 miles
    Test number
    341027840186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,903 miles (+6,398)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    57,903 miles
    Test number
    292431349197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass51,505 miles (+7,451)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    51,505 miles
    Test number
    694863978015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,054 miles (+4,196)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    44,054 miles
    Test number
    250634626312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    39,858 miles
    Test number
    733499115330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 AKN

Does LS51 AKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 AKN expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 AKN?
The MOT on LS51 AKN expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 AKN done?
LS51 AKN was recorded at 147,722 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2025, an average of 5,460 miles a year.
Has LS51 AKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 AKN has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LS51 AKN 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 LS51 AKN find?
LS51 AKN passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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