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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LB52 VPFMOT history

LB52 VPF is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 133,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Apr 2023
Mileage
133,828 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 VPF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 VPF was last recorded at 133,828 miles on 7 Apr 2022, 101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,727 miles · 13 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
101 miles
Average per year
6,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 133,828 miles
  • 2021 – 133,727 miles
  • 2019 – 126,813 miles
  • 2018 – 117,653 miles
  • 2017 – 107,188 miles
  • 2016 – 94,870 miles
  • 2015 – 81,839 miles
  • 2014 – 71,378 miles
  • 2013 – 65,713 miles
  • 2012 – 60,919 miles
  • 2011 – 56,558 miles
  • 2010 – 47,991 miles
  • 2009 – 43,568 miles
  • 2007 – 41,921 miles
  • 2006 – 32,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,828 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryBoth front seatbelts changed from standard

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavy pitting and corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Fuel cap seal deteriorated slightly ,, splits and tears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear tail lamp not working ( 1of 2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass133,828 miles (+101)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    133,828 miles
    Test number
    557933418209
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front seatbelts changed from standard

  2. Pass133,727 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    133,727 miles
    Test number
    375252992088
    • AdvisoryAnti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing

  3. Fail133,727 miles (+6,914)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,727 miles
    Test number
    908860000588
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryAnti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing

  4. Pass126,813 miles (+4)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    126,813 miles
    Test number
    984332734229
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavy pitting and corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated slightly ,, splits and tears
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tail lamp not working ( 1of 2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pad wear sensors appear disconnected

  5. Fail126,809 miles (+9,156)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,809 miles
    Test number
    984130868401
    • MajorCentral Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended rear ( trapped behind seat ) (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavy pitting and corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated slightly ,, splits and tears
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tail lamp not working ( 1of 2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pad wear sensors appear disconnected

  6. Pass117,653 miles (+10,465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    117,653 miles
    Test number
    781530696120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass107,188 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    107,188 miles
    Test number
    607375426880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Fail107,186 miles (+12,316)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,186 miles
    Test number
    252091775956
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass94,870 miles (+55)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,870 miles
    Test number
    773944665894
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail94,815 miles (+12,976)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,815 miles
    Test number
    245379786555
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

  11. Pass81,839 miles (+10,461)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,839 miles
    Test number
    568207815297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass71,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    71,378 miles
    Test number
    849543024269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,378 miles (+5,665)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,378 miles
    Test number
    557363624218
    • 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)

  14. Pass65,713 miles (+4,794)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,713 miles
    Test number
    859590123202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  15. Pass60,919 miles (+4,361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,919 miles
    Test number
    175518022201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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. Pass56,558 miles (+3,705)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,558 miles
    Test number
    769231331247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,853 miles (+4,862)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    52,853 miles
    Test number
    117148821078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass47,991 miles (+4,423)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    47,991 miles
    Test number
    391565830031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel cap seal starting to split

  19. Pass43,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    43,568 miles
    Test number
    411741959056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,568 miles (+1,647)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,568 miles
    Test number
    983528949032
    • DangerousNearside front tyre badly worn and stepped on inside edge
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass41,921 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    41,921 miles
    Test number
    830254737333
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  22. Fail41,921 miles (+9,618)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,921 miles
    Test number
    911724137326
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  23. Pass32,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,303 miles
    Test number
    292374216316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 VPF

Does LB52 VPF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 VPF expired on 6 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 VPF?
The MOT on LB52 VPF expired on 6 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 VPF done?
LB52 VPF was recorded at 133,828 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2022, an average of 6,590 miles a year.
Has LB52 VPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 VPF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LB52 VPF 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 VPF find?
LB52 VPF passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2022 with 3 advisories: rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear exhaust mounting defective; both front seatbelts changed from standard.

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