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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,793 cc

V51 GNJMOT history

V51 GNJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2021 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 157,817 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2021.

V51 GNJ blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2021
Mileage
157,817 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V51 GNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
5 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

V51 GNJ was last recorded at 157,817 miles on 18 Nov 2021, 2,879 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,938 miles · 19 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,879 miles
Average per year
6,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 157,817 miles
  • 2020 – 154,938 miles
  • 2019 – 149,074 miles
  • 2018 – 144,389 miles
  • 2017 – 137,793 miles
  • 2016 – 130,603 miles
  • 2015 – 116,684 miles
  • 2014 – 103,130 miles
  • 2013 – 87,135 miles
  • 2012 – 75,328 miles
  • 2011 – 70,460 miles
  • 2010 – 67,080 miles
  • 2009 – 63,447 miles
  • 2008 – 58,991 miles
  • 2007 – 54,726 miles
  • 2006 – 50,535 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail157,817 miles
  • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative front ride height sensor broken (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly damaged front to rear at rear, replaced brake pipe kinked only just acceptable recommend repair before presenting for retest (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil just acceptable at time of inspection (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component resevoir area damp (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension prescribed areas corroded and areas covered in sealant unable to fully inspect
  • AdvisoryPoor beam pattern and light output nearside headlamp, just acceptable at time of inspection
  • AdvisoryRear floors heavily corroded
  • AdvisoryTemporary repair offside door mirror unit

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside and nearside front steel brake pipes to flexi hoses corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside rear jacking point corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail157,817 miles (+2,879)10 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,817 miles
    Test number
    881245671864
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative front ride height sensor broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly damaged front to rear at rear, replaced brake pipe kinked only just acceptable recommend repair before presenting for retest (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil just acceptable at time of inspection (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component resevoir area damp (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension prescribed areas corroded and areas covered in sealant unable to fully inspect
    • AdvisoryPoor beam pattern and light output nearside headlamp, just acceptable at time of inspection
    • AdvisoryRear floors heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair offside door mirror unit

  2. Pass154,938 miles (+604)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    154,938 miles
    Test number
    515007376882
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front steel brake pipes to flexi hoses corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear jacking point corroded.
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn and corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low.
    • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust at rear silencer.

  3. Fail154,334 miles (+5,260)2 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,334 miles
    Test number
    452906853206
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Nearside lower than offside. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Too dim (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs heavily worn and corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front steel brake pipes to flexi hoses corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear jacking point corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn and corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low.
    • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust at rear silencer.

  4. Pass149,074 miles (+4,685)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    149,074 miles
    Test number
    808312347606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass144,389 miles (+144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    144,389 miles
    Test number
    181140596032
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Fail144,245 miles (+6,452)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,245 miles
    Test number
    256142976194
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass137,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    137,793 miles
    Test number
    552664729392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail137,793 miles (+7,190)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,793 miles
    Test number
    131240336456
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  9. Pass130,603 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    130,603 miles
    Test number
    436078356150
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REAR (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail130,577 miles (+13,893)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,577 miles
    Test number
    653045804315
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low BOTH FRONT (1.8)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH FRONT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REAR (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass116,684 miles (+13,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    116,684 miles
    Test number
    309552515005
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass103,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    103,130 miles
    Test number
    229272224000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail103,130 miles (+15,995)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,130 miles
    Test number
    979547614051
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail87,135 miles1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,135 miles
    Test number
    157804723418
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass87,135 miles (+11,807)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    87,135 miles
    Test number
    829474723060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass75,328 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    75,328 miles
    Test number
    558765022095
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Fail75,328 miles (+4,868)1 dangerous6 failures2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,328 miles
    Test number
    436403622017
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass70,460 miles (+3,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    70,460 miles
    Test number
    786590821004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass67,080 miles (+3,633)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    67,080 miles
    Test number
    102055820409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,447 miles (+4,456)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    63,447 miles
    Test number
    580440729045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail58,991 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,991 miles
    Test number
    400532628026
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass58,991 miles (+4,265)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    58,991 miles
    Test number
    504502528047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,726 miles (+4,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    54,726 miles
    Test number
    684324627048
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass50,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    50,535 miles
    Test number
    203594826027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V51 GNJ

Does V51 GNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V51 GNJ expired on 18 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V51 GNJ?
The MOT on V51 GNJ expired on 18 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V51 GNJ done?
V51 GNJ was recorded at 157,817 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2021, an average of 6,783 miles a year.
Has V51 GNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V51 GNJ has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on V51 GNJ 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 V51 GNJ find?
V51 GNJ failed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2021 with 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: headlamp levelling device inoperative front ride height sensor broken; nearside front direction indicator incorrect colour; nearside rear brake hose ferrule excessively corroded, and 18 more.

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