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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LB52 WEPMOT history

LB52 WEP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 130,811 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2026
Mileage
130,811 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 WEP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 WEP was last recorded at 130,811 miles on 1 Oct 2025, 3,286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,525 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,286 miles
Average per year
5,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,811 miles
  • 2024 – 127,525 miles
  • 2023 – 121,692 miles
  • 2022 – 120,757 miles
  • 2021 – 120,073 miles
  • 2020 – 118,991 miles
  • 2019 – 117,961 miles
  • 2018 – 117,505 miles
  • 2017 – 117,313 miles
  • 2016 – 112,375 miles
  • 2014 – 104,331 miles
  • 2013 – 99,888 miles
  • 2012 – 92,040 miles
  • 2011 – 81,555 miles
  • 2010 – 69,981 miles
  • 2009 – 61,651 miles
  • 2008 – 50,138 miles
  • 2007 – 37,625 miles
  • 2006 – 25,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,811 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s + o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears into flexis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,811 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    130,811 miles
    Test number
    233112271422
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s + o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail130,811 miles (+3,286)4 repaired1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,811 miles
    Test number
    591899126008
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s + o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass127,525 miles (+17)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    127,525 miles
    Test number
    314613453666
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears into flexis (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail127,508 miles (+5,816)1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,508 miles
    Test number
    720133680198
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears into flexis (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass121,692 miles (+935)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    121,692 miles
    Test number
    461250120294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass120,757 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    120,757 miles
    Test number
    293551140752
    • MinorWindscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing 255/35r18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail120,757 miles (+684)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,757 miles
    Test number
    491128812536
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing 255/35r18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass120,073 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    120,073 miles
    Test number
    436443010346
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail120,073 miles (+1,082)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,073 miles
    Test number
    800178414140
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass118,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,991 miles
    Test number
    439227336634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail118,991 miles (+1,030)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,991 miles
    Test number
    320297145016
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass117,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    117,961 miles
    Test number
    501164774320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail117,961 miles (+456)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,961 miles
    Test number
    160067327367
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  14. Pass117,505 miles (+192)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    117,505 miles
    Test number
    666594728384
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass117,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    117,313 miles
    Test number
    414906086370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail117,313 miles (+4,938)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,313 miles
    Test number
    373656778796
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass112,375 miles (+8,044)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    112,375 miles
    Test number
    415594119377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass104,331 miles (+4,443)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    104,331 miles
    Test number
    445110714386
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass99,888 miles (+7,848)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    99,888 miles
    Test number
    469481613381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass92,040 miles (+10,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    92,040 miles
    Test number
    346699862210
    • AdvisoryInner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass81,555 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    81,555 miles
    Test number
    117553271239
    • NoteEngine manegment light is illuminated on the dash
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail81,555 miles (+11,574)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,555 miles
    Test number
    509053271231
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine manegment light is illuminated on the dash
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteFront fog light insecure
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass69,981 miles (+8,330)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    69,981 miles
    Test number
    162671480171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,651 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    61,651 miles
    Test number
    740351329172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail61,651 miles (+11,513)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,651 miles
    Test number
    150840429126
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass50,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,138 miles
    Test number
    364543628164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail50,138 miles (+12,513)2 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,138 miles
    Test number
    643762228172
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass37,625 miles (+11,814)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,625 miles
    Test number
    963714217198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass25,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,811 miles
    Test number
    221365596061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail25,811 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,811 miles
    Test number
    184358586473
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB52 WEP

Does LB52 WEP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 WEP expired on 3 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 WEP?
The MOT on LB52 WEP expired on 3 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 WEP done?
LB52 WEP was recorded at 130,811 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2025, an average of 5,382 miles a year.
Has LB52 WEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 WEP has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB52 WEP 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 WEP find?
LB52 WEP passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: central windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front coil spring corroded n/s + o/s; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 9 more.

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