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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

LX51 XGSMOT history

LX51 XGS is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 12 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Apr 2023 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 75,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 25 Apr 2023
Mileage
75,834 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2022
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX51 XGS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX51 XGS was last recorded at 75,834 miles on 26 Apr 2022, 5,708 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
70,126 miles · 19 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
5,708 miles
Average per year
3,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 75,834 miles
  • 2021 – 70,126 miles
  • 2020 – 65,727 miles
  • 2019 – 63,006 miles
  • 2017 – 61,170 miles
  • 2016 – 60,221 miles
  • 2015 – 59,088 miles
  • 2014 – 58,297 miles
  • 2013 – 55,953 miles
  • 2012 – 51,983 miles
  • 2011 – 48,128 miles
  • 2010 – 44,732 miles
  • 2009 – 41,476 miles
  • 2008 – 37,500 miles
  • 2007 – 32,519 miles
  • 2006 – 27,859 miles
  • 2005 – 22,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,834 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,834 miles (+5,708)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    75,834 miles
    Test number
    895201381003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass70,126 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    70,126 miles
    Test number
    970476584750
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail70,126 miles (+4,399)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,126 miles
    Test number
    457457026653
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass65,727 miles (+2,721)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,727 miles
    Test number
    815749212007
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass63,006 miles (+1,836)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    63,006 miles
    Test number
    863605760746
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass61,170 miles (+949)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    61,170 miles
    Test number
    630961689235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass60,221 miles (+1,133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,221 miles
    Test number
    243022966053
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine dust cover fitted

  8. Pass59,088 miles (+791)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    59,088 miles
    Test number
    469540881984
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass58,297 miles (+2,344)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    58,297 miles
    Test number
    418892524481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,953 miles (+3,970)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    55,953 miles
    Test number
    155124453204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass51,983 miles (+3,855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    51,983 miles
    Test number
    458841042240
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass48,128 miles (+3,396)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,128 miles
    Test number
    325283741474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,732 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    44,732 miles
    Test number
    962563150263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,476 miles (+3,976)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,476 miles
    Test number
    560614769286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,500 miles (+4,981)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,500 miles
    Test number
    800576568287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,519 miles (+4,660)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,519 miles
    Test number
    182780067292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass27,859 miles (+5,361)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    27,859 miles
    Test number
    361591866294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    22,498 miles
    Test number
    602286865230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    22,498 miles
    Test number
    364246865402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX51 XGS

Does LX51 XGS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX51 XGS expired on 25 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX51 XGS?
The MOT on LX51 XGS expired on 25 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX51 XGS done?
LX51 XGS was recorded at 75,834 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2022, an average of 3,215 miles a year.
Has LX51 XGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX51 XGS has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LX51 XGS 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 LX51 XGS find?
LX51 XGS passed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2022 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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