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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LB52 XEZMOT history

LB52 XEZ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 114,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2023
Mileage
114,804 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2022
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 XEZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 XEZ was last recorded at 114,804 miles on 5 Mar 2022, 1,568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,236 miles · 26 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
1,568 miles
Average per year
4,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 114,804 miles
  • 2021 – 113,236 miles
  • 2019 – 103,650 miles
  • 2018 – 101,727 miles
  • 2017 – 98,560 miles
  • 2016 – 94,302 miles
  • 2015 – 89,348 miles
  • 2014 – 87,810 miles
  • 2013 – 85,870 miles
  • 2012 – 82,698 miles
  • 2011 – 77,656 miles
  • 2010 – 72,792 miles
  • 2009 – 68,226 miles
  • 2007 – 57,498 miles
  • 2006 – 46,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,804 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Parking brake low efficiency

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,804 miles (+1,568)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    114,804 miles
    Test number
    736312436531
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass113,236 miles (+9,586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    113,236 miles
    Test number
    766326583086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged

  3. Pass103,650 miles (+1,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,650 miles
    Test number
    108569872602
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low

  4. Pass101,727 miles (+3,167)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    101,727 miles
    Test number
    319181632808
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront both fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake low efficiency

  5. Pass98,560 miles (+4,258)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,560 miles
    Test number
    699600764225
    • AdvisoryEML light is on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake low efficiency

  6. Pass94,302 miles (+16)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    94,302 miles
    Test number
    531305385610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail94,286 miles (+4,938)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,286 miles
    Test number
    986997523914
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb faded (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb faded (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front indicator lamps loose , retaining clips damaged
    • AdvisoryN/s steering rack tie rod has some play

  8. Pass89,348 miles (+1,538)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,348 miles
    Test number
    767428705149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,810 miles (+1,940)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    87,810 miles
    Test number
    718549104159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,870 miles (+3,172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    85,870 miles
    Test number
    728016473004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass82,698 miles (+5,042)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    82,698 miles
    Test number
    498406782099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,656 miles (+4,864)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    77,656 miles
    Test number
    439368271054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,792 miles (+4,566)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,792 miles
    Test number
    640296580013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,226 miles (+10,728)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    68,226 miles
    Test number
    393705769043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,498 miles (+9,811)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    57,498 miles
    Test number
    974175547393
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/R diff: output shaft seal weeping oil.

  16. Pass47,687 miles (+1,270)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    47,687 miles
    Test number
    413161217059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,417 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    46,417 miles
    Test number
    500024586204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTraction control sensor on offside front lower suspension arm adrift from ball joint

Questions about LB52 XEZ

Does LB52 XEZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 XEZ expired on 4 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 XEZ?
The MOT on LB52 XEZ expired on 4 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 XEZ done?
LB52 XEZ was recorded at 114,804 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2022, an average of 4,441 miles a year.
Has LB52 XEZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 XEZ has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2016.
Has the mileage on LB52 XEZ 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 XEZ find?
LB52 XEZ passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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