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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LC52 MMFMOT history

LC52 MMF is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 165,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

LC52 MMF black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
165,346 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,114 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 MMF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 MMF was last recorded at 165,346 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 5,241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,105 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,241 miles
Average per year
7,114 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,346 miles
  • 2025 – 160,105 miles
  • 2024 – 155,339 miles
  • 2023 – 151,695 miles
  • 2022 – 147,472 miles
  • 2021 – 143,673 miles
  • 2020 – 140,339 miles
  • 2019 – 127,784 miles
  • 2018 – 119,104 miles
  • 2017 – 110,547 miles
  • 2016 – 110,522 miles
  • 2014 – 97,388 miles
  • 2013 – 79,290 miles
  • 2012 – 75,517 miles
  • 2011 – 71,736 miles
  • 2010 – 64,197 miles
  • 2009 – 57,634 miles
  • 2008 – 48,112 miles
  • 2007 – 36,201 miles
  • 2006 – 23,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,346 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Under-trays & Engine covers fitted obscuring the view of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,346 miles (+5,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    165,346 miles
    Test number
    906072913555
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass160,105 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    160,105 miles
    Test number
    511217573556
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail160,105 miles (+4,766)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,105 miles
    Test number
    598465186442
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass155,339 miles (+3,644)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    155,339 miles
    Test number
    839334866701
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass151,695 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    151,695 miles
    Test number
    117037813151
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail151,695 miles (+4,223)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,695 miles
    Test number
    343852337958
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass147,472 miles (+3,799)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    147,472 miles
    Test number
    678592256729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass143,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    143,673 miles
    Test number
    346982028255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail143,673 miles (+3,334)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,673 miles
    Test number
    987388835441
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass140,339 miles (+4,326)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    140,339 miles
    Test number
    802329867313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass136,013 miles (+8,229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    136,013 miles
    Test number
    684327621531
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s & n/s worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass127,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    127,784 miles
    Test number
    462026587822
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays & Engine covers fitted obscuring the view of some components

  13. Fail127,784 miles (+8,680)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,784 miles
    Test number
    333057752607
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays & Engine covers fitted obscuring the view of some components

  14. Pass119,104 miles (+8,557)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    119,104 miles
    Test number
    638094381880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays & Engine covers fitted obscuring the view of some components

  15. Pass110,547 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    110,547 miles
    Test number
    690349880872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass110,522 miles (+13,134)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    110,522 miles
    Test number
    271714673060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass97,388 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    97,388 miles
    Test number
    848718724364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail97,353 miles (+18,063)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,353 miles
    Test number
    247606124396
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass79,290 miles (+1,481)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    79,290 miles
    Test number
    927560133370
    • NoteBoth rear brake hoses ferrules corroding

  20. Pass77,809 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    77,809 miles
    Test number
    205137583017
    • NoteAll of the brake discs are slightly worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

  21. Fail77,809 miles (+2,292)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,809 miles
    Test number
    458987383003
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteAll of the brake discs are slightly worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

  22. Pass75,517 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    75,517 miles
    Test number
    997299182084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,514 miles (+3,778)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,514 miles
    Test number
    738233182047
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp indicates a fault
    • NoteBonnet safety catch poor
    • NoteEngine oil level low

  24. Pass71,736 miles (+7,539)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    71,736 miles
    Test number
    239246891406
    • 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)
    • NoteDue to uneven wear recommend wheel alignment check

  25. Pass64,197 miles (+6,563)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    64,197 miles
    Test number
    131389100202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass57,634 miles (+9,522)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    57,634 miles
    Test number
    531614139216
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  27. Pass48,112 miles (+11,911)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    48,112 miles
    Test number
    470874838249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,201 miles (+12,895)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    36,201 miles
    Test number
    381192167431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass23,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,306 miles
    Test number
    360689376206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 MMF

Does LC52 MMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC52 MMF is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC52 MMF?
The MOT on LC52 MMF is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC52 MMF done?
LC52 MMF was recorded at 165,346 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 7,114 miles a year.
Has LC52 MMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 MMF has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LC52 MMF 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 LC52 MMF find?
LC52 MMF passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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