The road tax status for L451 RBT is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for L451 RBT?

The MOT for L451 RBT is valid and due for renewal on or before 28 May 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of L451 RBT?

The recorded mileage for L451 RBT is 137,977 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is L451 RBT ULEZ compliant?

No, L451 RBT does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1993 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Diesel · L451 RBT

L451 RBT

1993 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, diesel). First registered 06/08/1993. Recorded mileage 137,977 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 1993 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 28/05/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 137,977 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 28/05/2026

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Mileage: 137,977 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1993
Engine: 2498cc

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L451 RBT Key Findings

18 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 30/05/2025
137,977 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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L451 RBT Mileage History

12/05/200693,916 mi
12/05/200693,922 mi+6 mi
15/06/2007102,971 mi+9,049 mi
06/06/2008108,031 mi+5,060 mi
12/06/2008108,043 mi+12 mi
04/06/2009113,617 mi+5,574 mi
10/06/2009113,662 mi+45 mi
12/12/2012121,772 mi+8,110 mi
12/02/2014126,138 mi+4,366 mi
12/02/2014126,138 mi
16/03/2015128,650 mi+2,512 mi
16/03/2016131,076 mi+2,426 mi
27/04/2017132,330 mi+1,254 mi
11/05/2018134,489 mi+2,159 mi
11/05/2019135,592 mi+1,103 mi
27/08/2022135,628 mi+36 mi
18/11/2023136,803 mi+1,175 mi
30/05/2025137,977 mi+1,174 mi

Average of roughly 2,313 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.

L451 RBT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 15:33

MOT Analysis

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18 MOT tests are recorded for this 1993 BMW 3 Series (L451 RBT) between May 2006 and May 2025.

The record contains 14 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 30 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)”; “Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)”.

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