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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LB52 AXCMOT history

LB52 AXC is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 115,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2022
Mileage
115,249 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2021
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,422 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 AXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 AXC was last recorded at 115,249 miles on 23 Dec 2021, 6,839 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,410 miles · 2 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
6,839 miles
Average per year
5,422 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 115,249 miles
  • 2020 – 108,410 miles
  • 2019 – 94,154 miles
  • 2018 – 92,558 miles
  • 2017 – 90,249 miles
  • 2016 – 83,044 miles
  • 2015 – 76,960 miles
  • 2014 – 69,266 miles
  • 2013 – 64,252 miles
  • 2012 – 59,206 miles
  • 2011 – 53,881 miles
  • 2010 – 50,645 miles
  • 2009 – 46,979 miles
  • 2008 – 42,568 miles
  • 2007 – 37,912 miles
  • 2006 – 33,388 miles
  • 2005 – 28,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,249 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bracket bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bracket bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryEngine MIL light on

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Engine cover, under tray's and cover cils obscuring inspection view of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,249 miles (+6,839)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    115,249 miles
    Test number
    680483259430
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bracket bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bracket bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL light on

  2. Pass108,410 miles (+14,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,410 miles
    Test number
    562626045770
    • AdvisoryOil level on min mark

  3. Pass94,154 miles (+1,596)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    94,154 miles
    Test number
    518955729175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass92,558 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    92,558 miles
    Test number
    938148494408
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail92,558 miles (+2,309)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,558 miles
    Test number
    986757709129
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass90,249 miles (+7,205)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    90,249 miles
    Test number
    780296732208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFan belt perished

  7. Pass83,044 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    83,044 miles
    Test number
    444602192671
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, under tray's and cover cils obscuring inspection view of components
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  8. Fail83,044 miles (+30)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,044 miles
    Test number
    135668852394
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, under tray's and cover cils obscuring inspection view of components
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  9. Fail83,014 miles (+6,054)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,014 miles
    Test number
    389711081873
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high and too far to the right. both (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, under tray's and cover cils obscuring inspection view of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFurl cap sealing washer cracking

  10. Pass76,960 miles (+7,694)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    76,960 miles
    Test number
    834805928124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,266 miles (+5,014)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    69,266 miles
    Test number
    678119734390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,252 miles (+5,046)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,252 miles
    Test number
    939831843338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,206 miles (+5,325)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,206 miles
    Test number
    796767612388
    • NoteN/s/front tyres has cut to not reach the ply or cords

  14. Pass53,881 miles (+3,236)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,881 miles
    Test number
    409522321419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,645 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    50,645 miles
    Test number
    704463020367
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth side windows are tinted.

  16. Fail50,643 miles (+3,664)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,643 miles
    Test number
    110893920348
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth side windows are tinted.

  17. Pass46,979 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    46,979 miles
    Test number
    534622109376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,977 miles (+4,409)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,977 miles
    Test number
    191391109301
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Pass42,568 miles (+4,656)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    42,568 miles
    Test number
    831646098205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,912 miles (+4,524)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    37,912 miles
    Test number
    520425197276
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass33,388 miles (+5,031)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    33,388 miles
    Test number
    484978126489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,357 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    28,357 miles
    Test number
    393069145332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail28,356 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,356 miles
    Test number
    810507645330
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about LB52 AXC

Does LB52 AXC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 AXC expired on 22 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 AXC?
The MOT on LB52 AXC expired on 22 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 AXC done?
LB52 AXC was recorded at 115,249 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2021, an average of 5,422 miles a year.
Has LB52 AXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 AXC has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on LB52 AXC 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 LB52 AXC find?
LB52 AXC passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2021 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: offside rear position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bracket bushes, and 6 more.

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