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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LB52 TWFMOT history

LB52 TWF is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 167,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
167,290 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 TWF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 TWF was last recorded at 167,290 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,092 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
198 miles
Average per year
5,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,290 miles
  • 2025 – 155,557 miles
  • 2024 – 153,283 miles
  • 2023 – 151,848 miles
  • 2022 – 150,672 miles
  • 2021 – 149,034 miles
  • 2020 – 147,422 miles
  • 2019 – 145,835 miles
  • 2018 – 144,389 miles
  • 2016 – 142,711 miles
  • 2015 – 138,036 miles
  • 2014 – 132,421 miles
  • 2013 – 123,765 miles
  • 2012 – 117,452 miles
  • 2011 – 109,592 miles
  • 2010 – 102,008 miles
  • 2009 – 92,509 miles
  • 2008 – 78,177 miles
  • 2007 – 57,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,290 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,290 miles (+198)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    167,290 miles
    Test number
    383411280905
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail167,092 miles (+11,535)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,092 miles
    Test number
    936899957397
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass155,557 miles (+2,274)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    155,557 miles
    Test number
    825369406414
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake leaver travel high

  4. Pass153,283 miles (+1,435)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    153,283 miles
    Test number
    693636101904
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass151,848 miles (+1,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    151,848 miles
    Test number
    708664911002
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass150,672 miles (+1,638)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    150,672 miles
    Test number
    990578688455
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass149,034 miles (+1,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    149,034 miles
    Test number
    557328571333
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass147,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    147,422 miles
    Test number
    858808797576
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail147,422 miles (+1,587)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,422 miles
    Test number
    224147844462
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass145,835 miles (+1,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    145,835 miles
    Test number
    104995920436
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass144,389 miles (+1,678)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    144,389 miles
    Test number
    231283398047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass142,711 miles (+1,371)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    142,711 miles
    Test number
    685575882859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass141,340 miles (+3,304)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    141,340 miles
    Test number
    884408324995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight gearbox oil leak

  14. Pass138,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    138,036 miles
    Test number
    455622205065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail138,036 miles (+5,615)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,036 miles
    Test number
    855242305026
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass132,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    132,421 miles
    Test number
    746135234089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail132,421 miles (+8,656)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,421 miles
    Test number
    936265934027
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass123,765 miles (+6,313)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    123,765 miles
    Test number
    479622853015
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear tyres worn and low on inner edges

  19. Pass117,452 miles (+7,860)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    117,452 miles
    Test number
    749203072071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass109,592 miles (+7,584)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    109,592 miles
    Test number
    908930681097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass102,008 miles (+9,499)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    102,008 miles
    Test number
    992419780047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass92,509 miles (+14,332)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    92,509 miles
    Test number
    131423299088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front and both rear tyres have cuts in tread not deep enough to reach cord will require qttention soon!!

  23. Pass78,177 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    78,177 miles
    Test number
    423512598049
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail78,177 miles (+21,018)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,177 miles
    Test number
    432892098054
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass57,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    57,159 miles
    Test number
    723398687078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 TWF

Does LB52 TWF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 TWF is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 TWF?
The MOT on LB52 TWF is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 TWF done?
LB52 TWF was recorded at 167,290 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 5,848 miles a year.
Has LB52 TWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 TWF has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 TWF 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 TWF find?
LB52 TWF passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective smearing; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective smearing, and 4 more.

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