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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LD52 LDYMOT history

LD52 LDY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 126,688 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

LD52 LDY blue 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 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
126,688 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD52 LDY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD52 LDY was last recorded at 126,688 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 17,295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,393 miles · 12 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
17,295 miles
Average per year
5,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,688 miles
  • 2023 – 109,393 miles
  • 2022 – 104,821 miles
  • 2021 – 100,596 miles
  • 2020 – 95,391 miles
  • 2019 – 89,699 miles
  • 2018 – 82,615 miles
  • 2017 – 79,757 miles
  • 2016 – 75,568 miles
  • 2015 – 70,996 miles
  • 2014 – 66,390 miles
  • 2013 – 61,828 miles
  • 2012 – 57,170 miles
  • 2011 – 53,261 miles
  • 2010 – 47,098 miles
  • 2009 – 40,785 miles
  • 2008 – 34,164 miles
  • 2007 – 27,129 miles
  • 2006 – 20,198 miles
  • 2005 – 14,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,688 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,688 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    126,688 miles
    Test number
    340269085832
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    184974089123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass109,393 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    109,393 miles
    Test number
    156179306556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm WORN inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers seat FORE & AFT movement stiff in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pre flexible brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail109,391 miles (+4,570)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,391 miles
    Test number
    935604724718
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm WORN inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers seat FORE & AFT movement stiff in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pre flexible brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass104,821 miles (+4,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    104,821 miles
    Test number
    297452539657
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass100,596 miles (+5,205)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,596 miles
    Test number
    433155223606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass95,391 miles (+5,692)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,391 miles
    Test number
    526981337310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,699 miles
    Test number
    928128887216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,699 miles (+7,084)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,699 miles
    Test number
    465679425886
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass82,615 miles (+2,858)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,615 miles
    Test number
    371853722260
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass79,757 miles (+4,189)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    79,757 miles
    Test number
    247743377369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass75,568 miles (+4,572)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    75,568 miles
    Test number
    238716440498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,996 miles (+4,606)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    70,996 miles
    Test number
    894917093923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,390 miles (+4,562)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,390 miles
    Test number
    518454304370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,828 miles (+4,658)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    61,828 miles
    Test number
    906218403393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,170 miles (+3,909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    57,170 miles
    Test number
    615677602318
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass53,261 miles (+6,163)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,261 miles
    Test number
    958757301326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,098 miles (+6,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    47,098 miles
    Test number
    221365200326
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Fail40,785 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,785 miles
    Test number
    111893409376
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass40,785 miles (+6,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    40,785 miles
    Test number
    144523609396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass34,164 miles (+7,035)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    34,164 miles
    Test number
    391185708361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,129 miles (+6,931)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,129 miles
    Test number
    814052807388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,198 miles (+5,272)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    20,198 miles
    Test number
    602876096204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    14,926 miles
    Test number
    413893895244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD52 LDY

Does LD52 LDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD52 LDY is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD52 LDY?
The MOT on LD52 LDY is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD52 LDY done?
LD52 LDY was recorded at 126,688 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 5,549 miles a year.
Has LD52 LDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD52 LDY has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LD52 LDY 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 LDY find?
LD52 LDY passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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