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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LB52 GCYMOT history

LB52 GCY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 107,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
107,162 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 GCY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 GCY was last recorded at 107,162 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,129 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
4,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,162 miles
  • 2025 – 107,129 miles
  • 2024 – 107,069 miles
  • 2023 – 106,867 miles
  • 2022 – 106,801 miles
  • 2021 – 106,753 miles
  • 2020 – 106,640 miles
  • 2019 – 106,318 miles
  • 2018 – 105,051 miles
  • 2017 – 104,011 miles
  • 2016 – 102,159 miles
  • 2015 – 97,957 miles
  • 2014 – 90,471 miles
  • 2013 – 85,487 miles
  • 2012 – 76,012 miles
  • 2011 – 68,551 miles
  • 2010 – 60,979 miles
  • 2009 – 53,974 miles
  • 2008 – 43,474 miles
  • 2007 – 36,491 miles
  • 2006 – 26,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,162 miles

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,162 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    107,162 miles
    Test number
    122614667827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass107,129 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    107,129 miles
    Test number
    394440364148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail107,127 miles (+58)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,127 miles
    Test number
    424875431251
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass107,069 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    107,069 miles
    Test number
    784679350591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,867 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,867 miles
    Test number
    303784482999
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tank strap's mount corroded

  6. Pass106,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    106,801 miles
    Test number
    678719191946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail106,801 miles (+48)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,801 miles
    Test number
    759297256204
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass106,753 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    106,753 miles
    Test number
    202843891144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,640 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    106,640 miles
    Test number
    656595869311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,318 miles (+1,267)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,318 miles
    Test number
    418161722556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass105,051 miles (+1,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    105,051 miles
    Test number
    467545014640
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass104,011 miles (+1,852)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    104,011 miles
    Test number
    473721867870
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint offside and nearside front (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass102,159 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    102,159 miles
    Test number
    584441780755
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail102,159 miles (+4,202)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,159 miles
    Test number
    370962305584
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail97,957 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,957 miles
    Test number
    777707795017
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass97,957 miles (+7,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,957 miles
    Test number
    805687295013
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Fail90,471 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,471 miles
    Test number
    197008514137
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass90,471 miles (+4,984)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    90,471 miles
    Test number
    985728714140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass85,487 miles (+9,475)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    85,487 miles
    Test number
    119587883477
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteRear diff leaking

  20. Pass76,012 miles (+7,461)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    76,012 miles
    Test number
    509631982063
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre splitting on inner sidewall

  21. Pass68,551 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    68,551 miles
    Test number
    275581581055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Fail68,551 miles (+7,572)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,551 miles
    Test number
    395671281019
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass60,979 miles (+7,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    60,979 miles
    Test number
    984474680068
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass53,974 miles (+10,500)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    53,974 miles
    Test number
    304550779156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,474 miles (+6,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,474 miles
    Test number
    153064968103
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass36,491 miles (+9,736)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    36,491 miles
    Test number
    324746067197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    26,755 miles
    Test number
    730227016101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 GCY

Does LB52 GCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 GCY is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 GCY?
The MOT on LB52 GCY is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 GCY done?
LB52 GCY was recorded at 107,162 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 4,036 miles a year.
Has LB52 GCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 GCY has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB52 GCY 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 GCY find?
LB52 GCY passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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