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BMW 316

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

LS51 GDXMOT history

LS51 GDX is a green petrol BMW 316 first used on 21 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 98,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2021.

LS51 GDX green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2022
Mileage
98,976 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2021
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,219 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 GDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 GDX was last recorded at 98,976 miles on 12 Nov 2021, 773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,203 miles · 20 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
773 miles
Average per year
5,219 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 98,976 miles
  • 2020 – 93,330 miles
  • 2019 – 86,832 miles
  • 2018 – 81,682 miles
  • 2017 – 77,513 miles
  • 2016 – 72,423 miles
  • 2015 – 68,373 miles
  • 2014 – 63,699 miles
  • 2013 – 61,378 miles
  • 2012 – 56,064 miles
  • 2011 – 49,937 miles
  • 2010 – 43,889 miles
  • 2009 – 38,366 miles
  • 2008 – 32,352 miles
  • 2007 – 26,276 miles
  • 2006 – 20,809 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,976 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake has no reserve travel

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,976 miles (+773)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,976 miles
    Test number
    174075111618
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has no reserve travel
  2. Fail98,203 miles (+4,873)9 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,203 miles
    Test number
    174437715667
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm and cut to outer sidewall, no cords visable (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords kerb damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass93,330 miles (+6,498)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,330 miles
    Test number
    912677587710
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass86,832 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,832 miles
    Test number
    370511761799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail86,832 miles (+5,150)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,832 miles
    Test number
    579406326556
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass81,682 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    81,682 miles
    Test number
    748597870216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront has misting off oil
  7. Fail81,680 miles (+4,167)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,680 miles
    Test number
    493120637841
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass77,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,513 miles
    Test number
    659349111281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,513 miles (+5,090)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,513 miles
    Test number
    816233009635
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  10. Pass72,423 miles (+4,050)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,423 miles
    Test number
    325937915022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,373 miles (+4,674)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    68,373 miles
    Test number
    229184856474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,699 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,699 miles
    Test number
    598595624326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,378 miles (+5,314)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    61,378 miles
    Test number
    509978313304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,064 miles (+6,127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    56,064 miles
    Test number
    978107592262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass49,937 miles (+6,048)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    49,937 miles
    Test number
    889490321345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteAll tyres are slightly wearing on outer edges
  16. Pass43,889 miles (+5,523)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,889 miles
    Test number
    200146320378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,366 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,366 miles
    Test number
    323293629344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,348 miles (+5,996)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,348 miles
    Test number
    281012529334
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  19. Pass32,352 miles (+6,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,352 miles
    Test number
    754046528319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  20. Pass26,276 miles (+5,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,276 miles
    Test number
    183594127343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass20,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    20,809 miles
    Test number
    474074626468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 GDX

Does LS51 GDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 GDX expired on 11 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 GDX?
The MOT on LS51 GDX expired on 11 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 GDX done?
LS51 GDX was recorded at 98,976 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2021, an average of 5,219 miles a year.
Has LS51 GDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 GDX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LS51 GDX 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 GDX find?
LS51 GDX passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2021 with 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; handbrake has no reserve travel.

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