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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

LS51 UJFMOT history

LS51 UJF is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 64,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jun 2025.

LS51 UJF black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2025
Mileage
64,979 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 UJF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS51 UJF was last recorded at 64,979 miles on 7 Jun 2025, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,920 miles · 31 May 2024
Between the last two tests
59 miles
Average per year
1,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,979 miles
  • 2024 – 64,920 miles
  • 2022 – 64,451 miles
  • 2021 – 62,744 miles
  • 2020 – 62,618 miles
  • 2019 – 62,560 miles
  • 2018 – 62,435 miles
  • 2017 – 62,119 miles
  • 2016 – 59,896 miles
  • 2015 – 58,926 miles
  • 2014 – 56,842 miles
  • 2013 – 52,893 miles
  • 2012 – 49,957 miles
  • 2011 – 49,532 miles
  • 2010 – 47,281 miles
  • 2009 – 45,697 miles
  • 2008 – 42,682 miles
  • 2007 – 38,510 miles
  • 2006 – 34,718 miles
  • 2005 – 30,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail64,979 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail64,979 miles (+59)4 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,979 miles
    Test number
    167614464445
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass64,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    64,920 miles
    Test number
    537438787738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail64,920 miles (+469)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,920 miles
    Test number
    100993326696
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass64,451 miles (+1,707)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    64,451 miles
    Test number
    450023100029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass62,744 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    62,744 miles
    Test number
    283153283658
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

  6. Fail62,744 miles (+126)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,744 miles
    Test number
    828927006271
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

  7. Pass62,618 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    62,618 miles
    Test number
    236045899468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,560 miles
    Test number
    849232531962
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail62,560 miles (+125)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,560 miles
    Test number
    950860970385
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass62,435 miles (+316)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    62,435 miles
    Test number
    696305927069
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil light on

  11. Pass62,119 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,119 miles
    Test number
    954477789428
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  12. Fail62,119 miles (+2,223)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,119 miles
    Test number
    596018424768
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/f tyre valves split

  13. Pass59,896 miles (+970)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,896 miles
    Test number
    979367592942
    • AdvisoryChild seat
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal splitting
    • AdvisoryNail o/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass58,926 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,926 miles
    Test number
    779644705247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,842 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    56,842 miles
    Test number
    717147494224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteGearbox has oil leak

  16. Fail56,842 miles (+3,949)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,842 miles
    Test number
    119907294253
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteGearbox has oil leak

  17. Pass52,893 miles (+34)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    52,893 miles
    Test number
    619165593203
    • NoteSigns of of perishing on the nearside rear tyre wall
    • NoteSmall cuts to the nearside front tyre wall

  18. Fail52,859 miles (+2,902)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,859 miles
    Test number
    858482893232
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSigns of of perishing on the nearside rear tyre wall
    • NoteSmall cuts to the nearside front tyre wall

  19. Pass49,957 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,957 miles
    Test number
    975676292218
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/f tyres have badly perished sidewalls

  20. Fail49,957 miles (+425)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,957 miles
    Test number
    999534092284
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/f tyres have badly perished sidewalls

  21. Pass49,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,532 miles
    Test number
    399789991262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,532 miles (+2,251)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,532 miles
    Test number
    365988991408
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass47,281 miles (+1,584)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    47,281 miles
    Test number
    321099480200
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass45,697 miles (+3,015)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    45,697 miles
    Test number
    452610099268
    • NoteOffside front/near side rear tyre outer wall slight damage

  25. Pass42,682 miles (+4,172)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    42,682 miles
    Test number
    774392308391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,510 miles (+3,792)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    38,510 miles
    Test number
    100063707363
    • NoteNear side rear tyre outer wall slight damage
    • NoteOff side front tyre outer wall slight damage

  27. Pass34,718 miles (+4,072)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    34,718 miles
    Test number
    600599486218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    30,646 miles
    Test number
    390587095475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail30,646 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,646 miles
    Test number
    622467195251
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS51 UJF

Does LS51 UJF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 UJF expired on 30 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 UJF?
The MOT on LS51 UJF expired on 30 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 UJF done?
LS51 UJF was recorded at 64,979 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2025, an average of 1,750 miles a year.
Has LS51 UJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 UJF has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LS51 UJF 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 UJF find?
LS51 UJF failed its latest MOT on 7 Jun 2025 with 4 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test and 6 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 8 more.

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