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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 3,246 cc

LS51 ANUMOT history

LS51 ANU is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 28 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 73,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

LS51 ANU black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
73,993 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 ANU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 ANU was last recorded at 73,993 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,979 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
2,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,993 miles
  • 2025 – 73,979 miles
  • 2024 – 73,935 miles
  • 2023 – 73,858 miles
  • 2021 – 73,326 miles
  • 2019 – 72,134 miles
  • 2018 – 69,927 miles
  • 2017 – 65,848 miles
  • 2016 – 59,088 miles
  • 2015 – 57,674 miles
  • 2014 – 54,930 miles
  • 2013 – 53,586 miles
  • 2012 – 49,154 miles
  • 2011 – 42,507 miles
  • 2010 – 34,758 miles
  • 2008 – 31,584 miles
  • 2006 – 24,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,993 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,993 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    73,993 miles
    Test number
    871409705854
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail73,993 miles (+14)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,993 miles
    Test number
    612188122296
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,979 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    73,979 miles
    Test number
    626293883173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail73,977 miles (+42)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,977 miles
    Test number
    439889828494
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,935 miles (+77)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    73,935 miles
    Test number
    217203520365
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass73,858 miles (+532)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    73,858 miles
    Test number
    756982757101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass73,326 miles (+1,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    73,326 miles
    Test number
    728407729297
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp not working

  8. Pass72,134 miles (+2,207)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,134 miles
    Test number
    786684635847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,927 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    69,927 miles
    Test number
    982842246403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail69,916 miles (+4,068)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,916 miles
    Test number
    986974311521
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass65,848 miles (+6,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,848 miles
    Test number
    928263811022
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass59,088 miles (+1,414)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,088 miles
    Test number
    711291184855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,674 miles (+2,744)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    57,674 miles
    Test number
    209813945186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,930 miles (+1,344)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    54,930 miles
    Test number
    309148044184
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner edge worn
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil leak from rear differential
    • NoteVehicle wet all round on test time

  15. Fail53,586 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,586 miles
    Test number
    699041953125
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteDifferential oil-seal leaking quite badly
    • NoteEngine management lamp noted on indicating a possible fault
    • NoteFRont tyres are unevenlyn worn (o/s approx: 3mm @ lowest point & n/s feathered-away on inner-band)
    • NoteO/s reapeter-lamp fading in colour............................@@..//..............Thanx 4ur custom

  16. Pass53,586 miles (+4,432)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,586 miles
    Test number
    837921853103
    • NoteDifferential oil-seal leaking quite badly
    • NoteEngine management lamp noted on indicating a possible fault
    • NoteFRont tyres are unevenlyn worn (o/s approx: 3mm @ lowest point & n/s feathered-away on inner-band)
    • NoteO/s reapeter-lamp fading in colour............................@@..//..............Thanx 4ur custom

  17. Pass49,154 miles (+6,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,154 miles
    Test number
    935512452125
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass42,507 miles (+7,749)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    42,507 miles
    Test number
    968475521144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,758 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,758 miles
    Test number
    713018510091
    • NoteExcessive oil leak from rear diff aera recomend that you get this repaired urgently

  20. Fail34,756 miles (+3,172)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,756 miles
    Test number
    284088110088
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteExcessive oil leak from rear diff aera recomend that you get this repaired urgently

  21. Pass31,584 miles (+519)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,584 miles
    Test number
    831638418334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,065 miles (+6,486)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,065 miles
    Test number
    722476278131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    24,579 miles
    Test number
    422879286213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 ANU

Does LS51 ANU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 ANU is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 ANU?
The MOT on LS51 ANU is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 ANU done?
LS51 ANU was recorded at 73,993 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 2,483 miles a year.
Has LS51 ANU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 ANU has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS51 ANU 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 ANU find?
LS51 ANU passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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