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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

LS51 PYZMOT history

LS51 PYZ is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 105,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2023.

LS51 PYZ purple 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 22 Dec 2024
Mileage
105,643 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,770 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 PYZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 PYZ was last recorded at 105,643 miles on 5 Dec 2023, 1,641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,002 miles · 23 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
1,641 miles
Average per year
4,770 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,643 miles
  • 2022 – 104,002 miles
  • 2021 – 98,185 miles
  • 2020 – 96,382 miles
  • 2019 – 93,162 miles
  • 2018 – 84,029 miles
  • 2017 – 77,034 miles
  • 2016 – 71,276 miles
  • 2015 – 67,633 miles
  • 2014 – 62,827 miles
  • 2013 – 58,282 miles
  • 2012 – 53,403 miles
  • 2011 – 47,431 miles
  • 2010 – 42,994 miles
  • 2009 – 38,252 miles
  • 2008 – 32,973 miles
  • 2007 – 28,503 miles
  • 2006 – 23,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,643 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front indicator bulbs faded (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront side windows heavily tinted. Doesn't affect driver's view

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 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

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,643 miles (+1,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    105,643 miles
    Test number
    345661341175
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front indicator bulbs faded (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront side windows heavily tinted. Doesn't affect driver's view

  2. Pass104,002 miles (+5,817)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    104,002 miles
    Test number
    902524100580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass98,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    98,185 miles
    Test number
    557155386931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail98,185 miles (+1,803)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,185 miles
    Test number
    178181778796
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass96,382 miles (+3,220)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    96,382 miles
    Test number
    508899608708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,162 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,162 miles
    Test number
    572591862302
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail93,162 miles (+9,133)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,162 miles
    Test number
    617002234568
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass84,029 miles (+6,995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,029 miles
    Test number
    876277449215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass77,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,034 miles
    Test number
    208019526199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail77,034 miles (+5,758)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,034 miles
    Test number
    539626437830
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass71,276 miles (+3,643)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    71,276 miles
    Test number
    390395026052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,633 miles (+4,806)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,633 miles
    Test number
    617696045600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass62,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    62,827 miles
    Test number
    707015104306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,827 miles (+4,545)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,827 miles
    Test number
    857625004335
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass58,282 miles (+4,879)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    58,282 miles
    Test number
    127902323306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,403 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    53,403 miles
    Test number
    649170612325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNearside front brake binding slightly
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing slightly on inner edge/splits on inner sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight damage to outer tread

  17. Fail53,403 miles (+5,972)2 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,403 miles
    Test number
    447488102381
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNearside front brake binding slightly
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing slightly on inner edge/splits on inner sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight damage to outer tread

  18. Pass47,431 miles (+4,437)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    47,431 miles
    Test number
    939945691221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,994 miles (+4,742)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    42,994 miles
    Test number
    450579380249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,252 miles (+5,279)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    38,252 miles
    Test number
    611910299248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,973 miles
    Test number
    894792198269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,973 miles (+4,470)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,973 miles
    Test number
    380942398286
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  23. Pass28,503 miles (+4,634)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,503 miles
    Test number
    892332297296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,869 miles
    Test number
    281317386292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 PYZ

Does LS51 PYZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 PYZ expired on 22 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 PYZ?
The MOT on LS51 PYZ expired on 22 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 PYZ done?
LS51 PYZ was recorded at 105,643 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2023, an average of 4,770 miles a year.
Has LS51 PYZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 PYZ has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LS51 PYZ 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 PYZ find?
LS51 PYZ passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2023 with 2 advisories: front direction indicator slightly discoloured both front indicator bulbs faded; front side windows heavily tinted. doesn't affect driver's view.

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