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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LB52 LPLMOT history

LB52 LPL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 146,783 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2024
Mileage
146,783 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 LPL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 LPL was last recorded at 146,783 miles on 2 Mar 2023, 8,949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,834 miles · 9 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
8,949 miles
Average per year
7,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 146,783 miles
  • 2022 – 137,834 miles
  • 2021 – 130,179 miles
  • 2020 – 124,008 miles
  • 2019 – 110,865 miles
  • 2018 – 99,831 miles
  • 2017 – 93,459 miles
  • 2016 – 89,355 miles
  • 2015 – 84,892 miles
  • 2014 – 78,220 miles
  • 2013 – 66,693 miles
  • 2012 – 61,960 miles
  • 2011 – 59,110 miles
  • 2010 – 56,309 miles
  • 2009 – 52,726 miles
  • 2008 – 49,032 miles
  • 2007 – 39,257 miles
  • 2006 – 23,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,783 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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,783 miles (+8,949)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    146,783 miles
    Test number
    688258780147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass137,834 miles (+66)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    137,834 miles
    Test number
    450443221179
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light broken lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps damaged

  3. Fail137,768 miles (+7,589)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,768 miles
    Test number
    132232919895
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light broken lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps damaged

  4. Pass130,179 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    130,179 miles
    Test number
    962871374807
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake limits only just met

  5. Fail130,179 miles (+6,171)2 dangerous1 major18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,179 miles
    Test number
    675328236941
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake limits only just met

  6. Pass124,008 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    124,008 miles
    Test number
    785194173289
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail124,008 miles (+13,143)2 dangerous2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,008 miles
    Test number
    688216828373
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass110,865 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,865 miles
    Test number
    763122366237
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail110,865 miles (+11,034)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,865 miles
    Test number
    701153985292
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass99,831 miles (+6,372)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    99,831 miles
    Test number
    178659805418
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has superficial damage to the outer sidewall

  11. Pass93,459 miles (+4,104)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    93,459 miles
    Test number
    765289694242
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass89,355 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    89,355 miles
    Test number
    741647302369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,354 miles (+4,462)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,354 miles
    Test number
    885212648945
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  14. Pass84,892 miles (+6,672)5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    84,892 miles
    Test number
    908349975057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth windscreen wipers are deteriorated
    • NoteRear brake pad warning lamp wire has been disconected

  15. Pass78,220 miles (+11,527)5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    78,220 miles
    Test number
    737340064097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pad warning light illuminated
    • NoteN/s front tyre has damage to sidewall but no cords showing
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on edges

  16. Pass66,693 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    66,693 miles
    Test number
    779551983084
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail66,693 miles (+4,733)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,693 miles
    Test number
    957751983013
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass61,960 miles (+2,850)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,960 miles
    Test number
    539638482019
    • DangerousAdvice nrarside rear inner tyre has cracks
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass59,110 miles (+2,801)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    59,110 miles
    Test number
    586115481074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,309 miles (+3,583)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,309 miles
    Test number
    803434880068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    52,726 miles
    Test number
    300105069042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,726 miles (+3,694)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,726 miles
    Test number
    412014569060
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass49,032 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    49,032 miles
    Test number
    213251608479
    • NoteBoth front tyres have cuts to side walls

  24. Fail49,032 miles (+9,775)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,032 miles
    Test number
    261411408470
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have cuts to side walls

  25. Pass39,257 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    39,257 miles
    Test number
    501244897145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,214 miles (+15,850)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,214 miles
    Test number
    271313797145
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise both front arm rear bushes

  27. Pass23,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,364 miles
    Test number
    904800336119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 LPL

Does LB52 LPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 LPL expired on 8 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 LPL?
The MOT on LB52 LPL expired on 8 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 LPL done?
LB52 LPL was recorded at 146,783 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2023, an average of 7,342 miles a year.
Has LB52 LPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 LPL has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB52 LPL 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 LPL find?
LB52 LPL passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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