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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

LS51 YCJMOT history

LS51 YCJ is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 123,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2025.

LS51 YCJ grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2026
Mileage
123,102 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 YCJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 YCJ was last recorded at 123,102 miles on 16 Mar 2025, 554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,548 miles · 15 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
554 miles
Average per year
5,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,102 miles
  • 2024 – 122,548 miles
  • 2023 – 108,451 miles
  • 2021 – 97,037 miles
  • 2019 – 78,747 miles
  • 2018 – 77,130 miles
  • 2017 – 75,292 miles
  • 2016 – 71,049 miles
  • 2014 – 67,775 miles
  • 2013 – 62,116 miles
  • 2012 – 49,908 miles
  • 2011 – 46,348 miles
  • 2010 – 41,042 miles
  • 2008 – 31,050 miles
  • 2007 – 27,081 miles
  • 2006 – 23,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,102 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,102 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    123,102 miles
    Test number
    109348204863
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail123,102 miles (+554)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,102 miles
    Test number
    527513660773
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass122,548 miles (+14,097)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    122,548 miles
    Test number
    422221203299
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass108,451 miles (+11,414)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    108,451 miles
    Test number
    195263164890
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement + BALL JOINTS (BOTH) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread REAR & FRONT (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge REAR & FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass97,037 miles (+9,935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    97,037 miles
    Test number
    110809623709
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  6. Pass87,102 miles (+18)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,102 miles
    Test number
    697933267570
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious underside components have light corrosion

  7. Fail87,084 miles (+8,337)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,084 miles
    Test number
    798150567903
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious underside components have light corrosion

  8. Pass78,747 miles (+1,617)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,747 miles
    Test number
    917563720189
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass77,130 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    77,130 miles
    Test number
    715375532004
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail77,130 miles (+1,838)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,130 miles
    Test number
    720395960061
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass75,292 miles (+4,243)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,292 miles
    Test number
    818236310486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,049 miles (+3,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,049 miles
    Test number
    415598022150
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass67,775 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,775 miles
    Test number
    146885114392
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoot lid glass wont stay closed when vehicle is unlocked.

  14. Fail67,775 miles (+5,659)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,775 miles
    Test number
    107235214388
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoot lid glass wont stay closed when vehicle is unlocked.

  15. Pass62,116 miles (+12,208)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,116 miles
    Test number
    656103763171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,908 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,908 miles
    Test number
    777034422161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail49,906 miles (+3,558)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,906 miles
    Test number
    765132922140
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass46,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    46,348 miles
    Test number
    846546731132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,348 miles (+5,306)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,348 miles
    Test number
    129553031115
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass41,042 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    41,042 miles
    Test number
    272334920110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,041 miles (+9,991)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,041 miles
    Test number
    690121020119
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass31,050 miles (+3,969)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    31,050 miles
    Test number
    100763138195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,081 miles (+3,994)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    27,081 miles
    Test number
    793029627177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,087 miles
    Test number
    260459826471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 YCJ

Does LS51 YCJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 YCJ expired on 15 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 YCJ?
The MOT on LS51 YCJ expired on 15 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 YCJ done?
LS51 YCJ was recorded at 123,102 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2025, an average of 5,305 miles a year.
Has LS51 YCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 YCJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS51 YCJ 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 YCJ find?
LS51 YCJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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