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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LD52 FPXMOT history

LD52 FPX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 126,771 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

LD52 FPX 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 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
126,771 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD52 FPX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD52 FPX was last recorded at 126,771 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,368 miles · 6 May 2021
Between the last two tests
403 miles
Average per year
3,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,771 miles
  • 2021 – 126,368 miles
  • 2020 – 126,111 miles
  • 2019 – 124,372 miles
  • 2018 – 121,596 miles
  • 2017 – 119,424 miles
  • 2016 – 117,638 miles
  • 2015 – 112,677 miles
  • 2014 – 104,820 miles
  • 2013 – 96,642 miles
  • 2012 – 89,497 miles
  • 2010 – 79,181 miles
  • 2009 – 71,726 miles
  • 2008 – 64,388 miles
  • 2007 – 51,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,771 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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)

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre inner and outer edges worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre has outer edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,771 miles (+403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    126,771 miles
    Test number
    518389745547
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass126,368 miles (+257)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    126,368 miles
    Test number
    869042499445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,111 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2021
    Odometer
    126,111 miles
    Test number
    380270492771
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre inner and outer edges worn

  4. Fail126,093 miles (+1,721)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,093 miles
    Test number
    735854310064
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Excessive movement (power steering gator split)
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre inner and outer edges worn
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass124,372 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    124,372 miles
    Test number
    846942484373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has outer edge worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail124,372 miles (+2,776)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,372 miles
    Test number
    741215763228
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has outer edge worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass121,596 miles (+2,172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    121,596 miles
    Test number
    324829426860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency has just met minimum requirements adjustment or repair maybe necessary

  8. Pass119,424 miles (+1,786)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    119,424 miles
    Test number
    839376955643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass117,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    117,638 miles
    Test number
    718295857804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail117,638 miles (+4,961)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,638 miles
    Test number
    438578849408
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass112,677 miles (+7,857)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    112,677 miles
    Test number
    328932355055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass104,820 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    104,820 miles
    Test number
    875927054023
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail104,820 miles (+8,178)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,820 miles
    Test number
    975617954058
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass96,642 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    96,642 miles
    Test number
    348640863073
    • AdvisoryNearside 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

  15. Fail96,642 miles (+7,145)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,642 miles
    Test number
    448929353089
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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

  16. Pass89,497 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    89,497 miles
    Test number
    188881762478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail89,497 miles (+10,316)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,497 miles
    Test number
    495170162021
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass79,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    79,181 miles
    Test number
    151050850274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail79,181 miles (+7,455)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,181 miles
    Test number
    292930250211
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass71,726 miles (+249)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    71,726 miles
    Test number
    401791349244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,477 miles (+7,089)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,477 miles
    Test number
    661662889109
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass64,388 miles (+12,954)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    64,388 miles
    Test number
    153363808140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass51,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    51,434 miles
    Test number
    682219457033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD52 FPX

Does LD52 FPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD52 FPX is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD52 FPX?
The MOT on LD52 FPX is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD52 FPX done?
LD52 FPX was recorded at 126,771 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 3,857 miles a year.
Has LD52 FPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD52 FPX has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2020.
Has the mileage on LD52 FPX 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 LD52 FPX find?
LD52 FPX passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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