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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

LS51 MYPMOT history

LS51 MYP is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 109,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

LS51 MYP purple 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 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
109,083 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 MYP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 MYP was last recorded at 109,083 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,079 miles · 5 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,083 miles
  • 2025 – 107,226 miles
  • 2024 – 104,305 miles
  • 2023 – 102,101 miles
  • 2022 – 101,990 miles
  • 2019 – 101,919 miles
  • 2018 – 101,603 miles
  • 2017 – 100,051 miles
  • 2016 – 97,291 miles
  • 2015 – 95,744 miles
  • 2014 – 91,644 miles
  • 2013 – 89,929 miles
  • 2012 – 86,684 miles
  • 2011 – 83,414 miles
  • 2009 – 79,738 miles
  • 2008 – 73,024 miles
  • 2007 – 52,720 miles
  • 2006 – 42,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,083 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,083 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    109,083 miles
    Test number
    556303293723
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops missing
  2. Fail109,079 miles (+1,853)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,079 miles
    Test number
    879324355497
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) play in os of rack (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops missing
  3. Pass107,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    107,226 miles
    Test number
    169235658933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail107,226 miles (+2,921)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,226 miles
    Test number
    574850355077
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass104,305 miles (+2,204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    104,305 miles
    Test number
    191109154085
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  6. Pass102,101 miles (+111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    102,101 miles
    Test number
    970348676930
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass101,990 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    101,990 miles
    Test number
    478105334269
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail101,979 miles (+60)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,979 miles
    Test number
    545044153175
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass101,919 miles (+316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,919 miles
    Test number
    644787696887
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass101,603 miles (+1,552)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    101,603 miles
    Test number
    346425945439
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass100,051 miles (+2,760)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    100,051 miles
    Test number
    110086174226
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine has a slight oil leak
  12. Pass97,291 miles (+1,547)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,291 miles
    Test number
    706370225035
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass95,744 miles (+4,100)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,744 miles
    Test number
    286895455152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine warning light is on
  14. Pass91,644 miles (+2)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    91,644 miles
    Test number
    879014414176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management warning lamp on
  15. Fail91,642 miles (+1,713)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,642 miles
    Test number
    708686804180
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management warning lamp on
  16. Pass89,929 miles (+3,245)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    89,929 miles
    Test number
    175491463105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass86,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    86,684 miles
    Test number
    547620212027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,684 miles (+3,270)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,684 miles
    Test number
    796340212004
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
  19. Pass83,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    83,414 miles
    Test number
    207866601088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail83,414 miles (+3,676)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,414 miles
    Test number
    786506301086
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  21. Fail79,738 miles4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,738 miles
    Test number
    411702149328
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  22. Pass79,738 miles (+6,714)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    79,738 miles
    Test number
    684082849346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  23. Pass73,024 miles (+20,304)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    73,024 miles
    Test number
    811027388255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,720 miles (+9,777)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    52,720 miles
    Test number
    270697977183
    • NoteBoth front lower wishbone balljoints and rear bushes worn
  25. Pass42,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    42,943 miles
    Test number
    141254746110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 MYP

Does LS51 MYP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 MYP is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 MYP?
The MOT on LS51 MYP is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 MYP done?
LS51 MYP was recorded at 109,083 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 3,297 miles a year.
Has LS51 MYP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 MYP has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS51 MYP 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 MYP find?
LS51 MYP passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts cracking; oil leak, but not excessive oil dripping; rear suspension bump stops missing.

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