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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,494 cc

LV51 FVLMOT history

LV51 FVL is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 114,358 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

LV51 FVL silver 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 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
114,358 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LV51 FVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LV51 FVL was last recorded at 114,358 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 7,315 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
107,043 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,315 miles
Average per year
4,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,358 miles
  • 2025 – 107,043 miles
  • 2024 – 98,882 miles
  • 2023 – 91,751 miles
  • 2022 – 88,765 miles
  • 2021 – 82,852 miles
  • 2020 – 77,574 miles
  • 2019 – 74,503 miles
  • 2018 – 70,933 miles
  • 2017 – 65,087 miles
  • 2016 – 60,109 miles
  • 2015 – 58,736 miles
  • 2014 – 57,134 miles
  • 2013 – 55,482 miles
  • 2012 – 52,612 miles
  • 2011 – 50,275 miles
  • 2010 – 47,158 miles
  • 2009 – 42,821 miles
  • 2008 – 36,627 miles
  • 2007 – 30,286 miles
  • 2006 – 23,242 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,358 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,358 miles (+7,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    114,358 miles
    Test number
    407983468074
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass107,043 miles (+8,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    107,043 miles
    Test number
    499191895580
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass98,882 miles (+7,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    98,882 miles
    Test number
    680736929497
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass91,751 miles (+2,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    91,751 miles
    Test number
    895604441449
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass88,765 miles (+5,913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    88,765 miles
    Test number
    795505811513
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass82,852 miles (+5,278)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    82,852 miles
    Test number
    655457486033
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass77,574 miles (+3,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    77,574 miles
    Test number
    379703919701
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass74,503 miles (+3,570)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    74,503 miles
    Test number
    429944556662
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass70,933 miles (+5,846)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,933 miles
    Test number
    869337750493
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass65,087 miles (+4,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,087 miles
    Test number
    309908146453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass60,109 miles (+1,373)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    60,109 miles
    Test number
    339002124785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,736 miles (+1,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    58,736 miles
    Test number
    806711745111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass57,134 miles (+1,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,134 miles
    Test number
    977049334190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass55,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,482 miles
    Test number
    477582243103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,482 miles (+2,870)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,482 miles
    Test number
    989342543153
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass52,612 miles (+2,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,612 miles
    Test number
    207216432126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass50,275 miles (+3,117)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    50,275 miles
    Test number
    165807231162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,158 miles (+4,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,158 miles
    Test number
    571018230179
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass42,821 miles (+6,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,821 miles
    Test number
    630659539165
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass36,627 miles (+6,341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,627 miles
    Test number
    784740058124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass30,286 miles (+7,044)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    30,286 miles
    Test number
    394302047101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    23,242 miles
    Test number
    260582346471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LV51 FVL

Does LV51 FVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LV51 FVL is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LV51 FVL?
The MOT on LV51 FVL is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LV51 FVL done?
LV51 FVL was recorded at 114,358 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 4,492 miles a year.
Has LV51 FVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LV51 FVL has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2013.
Has the mileage on LV51 FVL 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 LV51 FVL find?
LV51 FVL passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; nearside front tyre slightly damaged.

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