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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LB52 WEAMOT history

LB52 WEA is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 28 Dec 2022 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 161,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Dec 2022
Mileage
161,456 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2021
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,730 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 WEA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 WEA was last recorded at 161,456 miles on 21 Dec 2021, 7,803 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,653 miles · 29 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
7,803 miles
Average per year
8,730 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 161,456 miles
  • 2020 – 153,653 miles
  • 2019 – 145,953 miles
  • 2018 – 139,080 miles
  • 2017 – 133,821 miles
  • 2016 – 129,365 miles
  • 2015 – 124,199 miles
  • 2014 – 116,842 miles
  • 2013 – 111,284 miles
  • 2012 – 109,386 miles
  • 2011 – 100,719 miles
  • 2010 – 87,689 miles
  • 2009 – 77,396 miles
  • 2008 – 57,786 miles
  • 2007 – 42,563 miles
  • 2006 – 27,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,456 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Movement indicating incorrect adjustment of the hand brake lever but brake works

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass161,456 miles (+7,803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    161,456 miles
    Test number
    531664939318
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass153,653 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    153,653 miles
    Test number
    985835588498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside & Offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail153,653 miles (+7,700)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,653 miles
    Test number
    942621093686
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside & Offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass145,953 miles (+6,873)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,953 miles
    Test number
    905128001114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass139,080 miles (+825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    139,080 miles
    Test number
    247791453796
    • AdvisoryMovement indicating incorrect adjustment of the hand brake lever but brake works

  6. Pass138,255 miles (+4,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    138,255 miles
    Test number
    231085496736
    • AdvisoryMovement indicating incorrect adjustment of the hand brake lever but brake works

  7. Pass133,821 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    133,821 miles
    Test number
    131978838420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail133,819 miles (+4,454)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,819 miles
    Test number
    955548824082
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported Silencer (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass129,365 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    129,365 miles
    Test number
    747040020055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak general engine
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel on the limit (3.1.6b)

  10. Fail129,354 miles (+5,155)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,354 miles
    Test number
    658485112286
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak general engine
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel on the limit (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass124,199 miles (+7,357)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    124,199 miles
    Test number
    345900341782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger snapped m

  12. Pass116,842 miles (+5,558)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    116,842 miles
    Test number
    199718884256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSlight corrosion both front to rear brake pipes

  13. Pass111,284 miles (+1,898)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    111,284 miles
    Test number
    308995093460
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail109,386 miles1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,386 miles
    Test number
    456994062249
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass109,386 miles (+8,667)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    109,386 miles
    Test number
    518904362295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass100,719 miles (+20)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    100,719 miles
    Test number
    205726571201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/front tyre wearing on edges

  17. Fail100,699 miles (+13,010)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,699 miles
    Test number
    397799761422
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/front tyre wearing on edges

  18. Pass87,689 miles (+10,293)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    87,689 miles
    Test number
    844641270235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,396 miles (+19,610)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    77,396 miles
    Test number
    551829979296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,786 miles (+15,223)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    57,786 miles
    Test number
    321650388273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,563 miles (+15,475)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    42,563 miles
    Test number
    992301877202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,088 miles
    Test number
    613318476283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail27,088 miles (+3,114)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,088 miles
    Test number
    852718876268
    • FailureRear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass23,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    23,974 miles
    Test number
    381312986034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 WEA

Does LB52 WEA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 WEA expired on 28 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 WEA?
The MOT on LB52 WEA expired on 28 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 WEA done?
LB52 WEA was recorded at 161,456 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2021, an average of 8,730 miles a year.
Has LB52 WEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 WEA has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LB52 WEA 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 WEA find?
LB52 WEA passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2021 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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