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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LB52 FDDMOT history

LB52 FDD is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 84,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
84,207 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 FDD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 FDD was last recorded at 84,207 miles on 21 May 2026, 774 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,433 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
774 miles
Average per year
2,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,207 miles
  • 2025 – 83,433 miles
  • 2024 – 82,377 miles
  • 2022 – 80,638 miles
  • 2021 – 78,560 miles
  • 2020 – 76,152 miles
  • 2019 – 74,949 miles
  • 2017 – 71,389 miles
  • 2016 – 68,456 miles
  • 2015 – 65,726 miles
  • 2014 – 59,755 miles
  • 2013 – 54,232 miles
  • 2012 – 50,041 miles
  • 2009 – 48,567 miles
  • 2008 – 41,222 miles
  • 2007 – 33,782 miles
  • 2006 – 26,581 miles
  • 2005 – 25,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,207 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • EML Light on

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake sensor wire hanging loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,207 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,207 miles
    Test number
    302191964722
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail84,207 miles (+774)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,207 miles
    Test number
    609590463336
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass83,433 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    83,433 miles
    Test number
    657117476000
    • AdvisoryEML Light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail83,432 miles (+1,055)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,432 miles
    Test number
    846051781134
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML Light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass82,377 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    82,377 miles
    Test number
    436176001400
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML Light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake sensor wire hanging loose

  6. Fail82,377 miles (+1,739)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,377 miles
    Test number
    226327182476
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML Light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake sensor wire hanging loose

  7. Pass80,638 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    80,638 miles
    Test number
    807827672920
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML On
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge very bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake sensor wire loose

  8. Fail80,638 miles (+2,078)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,638 miles
    Test number
    430116829192
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and inner edge is bald (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML On
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge very bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake sensor wire loose

  9. Pass78,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    78,560 miles
    Test number
    480996158675
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail78,560 miles (+2,408)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,560 miles
    Test number
    962407653248
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass76,152 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    76,152 miles
    Test number
    295825647862
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail76,152 miles (+1,203)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,152 miles
    Test number
    253718802499
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass74,949 miles (+3,560)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,949 miles
    Test number
    622760622467
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass71,389 miles (+2,933)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    71,389 miles
    Test number
    108329571646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    396779287895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,456 miles (+2,730)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    725763130343
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  17. Pass65,726 miles (+5,971)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,726 miles
    Test number
    673983551807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,755 miles (+5,523)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    59,755 miles
    Test number
    378470874408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,232 miles (+4,191)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,232 miles
    Test number
    286540973273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,041 miles
    Test number
    426094162231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,041 miles (+1,474)8 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,041 miles
    Test number
    515474462266
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass48,567 miles (+7,345)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    48,567 miles
    Test number
    874294369240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,222 miles (+7,440)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,222 miles
    Test number
    660740068227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,782 miles (+7,201)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    33,782 miles
    Test number
    704290517083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,581 miles (+601)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    26,581 miles
    Test number
    131302216074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    25,980 miles
    Test number
    282716555320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 FDD

Does LB52 FDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 FDD is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 FDD?
The MOT on LB52 FDD is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 FDD done?
LB52 FDD was recorded at 84,207 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 2,853 miles a year.
Has LB52 FDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 FDD has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 FDD 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 FDD find?
LB52 FDD passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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