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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T51 LDDMOT history

T51 LDD is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2025 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 153,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2025
Mileage
153,392 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2024
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T51 LDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T51 LDD was last recorded at 153,392 miles on 2 Dec 2024, 126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,266 miles · 24 Jul 2020
Between the last two tests
126 miles
Average per year
4,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 153,392 miles
  • 2020 – 153,266 miles
  • 2019 – 152,083 miles
  • 2018 – 148,266 miles
  • 2017 – 143,558 miles
  • 2016 – 138,681 miles
  • 2015 – 134,424 miles
  • 2014 – 129,478 miles
  • 2013 – 124,324 miles
  • 2012 – 120,240 miles
  • 2011 – 114,430 miles
  • 2010 – 109,614 miles
  • 2009 – 104,766 miles
  • 2008 – 98,726 miles
  • 2007 – 89,721 miles
  • 2006 – 74,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,392 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    153,392 miles
    Test number
    456043071592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail153,392 miles (+126)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,392 miles
    Test number
    353800051021
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail153,266 miles (+1,183)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,266 miles
    Test number
    729623778829
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass152,083 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    152,083 miles
    Test number
    766005465854
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (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))

  5. Fail152,083 miles (+3,817)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,083 miles
    Test number
    602581673936
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (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))

  6. Pass148,266 miles (+4,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    148,266 miles
    Test number
    917202969100
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass143,558 miles (+4,877)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    143,558 miles
    Test number
    954218622098
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass138,681 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    138,681 miles
    Test number
    890504672593
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail138,681 miles (+4,257)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,681 miles
    Test number
    549920122729
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass134,424 miles (+4,946)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    134,424 miles
    Test number
    167917242748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass129,478 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    129,478 miles
    Test number
    179323024269
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail129,478 miles (+5,154)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,478 miles
    Test number
    277363124292
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass124,324 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    124,324 miles
    Test number
    338751823202
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail124,324 miles (+4,084)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,324 miles
    Test number
    895951323227
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass120,240 miles (+5,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    120,240 miles
    Test number
    636047132266
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass114,430 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    114,430 miles
    Test number
    117238521291
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail114,430 miles (+4,816)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,430 miles
    Test number
    388634621285
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass109,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    109,614 miles
    Test number
    473086630223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail109,614 miles (+4,848)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,614 miles
    Test number
    792565030212
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass104,766 miles (+140)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    104,766 miles
    Test number
    540006239241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail104,626 miles (+67)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,626 miles
    Test number
    604119829242
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  22. Fail104,559 miles (+5,833)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,559 miles
    Test number
    601753229216
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass98,726 miles (+9,005)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    98,726 miles
    Test number
    521267028241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass89,721 miles (+14,748)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    89,721 miles
    Test number
    354193167232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    74,973 miles
    Test number
    134907426275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T51 LDD

Does T51 LDD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T51 LDD expired on 1 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T51 LDD?
The MOT on T51 LDD expired on 1 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T51 LDD done?
T51 LDD was recorded at 153,392 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2024, an average of 4,285 miles a year.
Has T51 LDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T51 LDD has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T51 LDD 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 T51 LDD find?
T51 LDD passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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