
BMW 3 Series
Maroon · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc
LD52 TLJMOT history
LD52 TLJ is a maroon petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 75,421 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 6 Mar 2025
- Mileage
- 75,421 mi
- At MOT on 4 Mar 2024
- MOT tests
- 23
- 18 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 3,257 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LD52 TLJ
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Maroon
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,979 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 30 Sept 2002
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 6 Mar 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 4 Mar 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
LD52 TLJ was last recorded at 75,421 miles on 4 Mar 2024, 16,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 58,995 miles · 27 Feb 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 16,426 miles
- Average per year
- 3,257 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 75,421 miles
- 2023 – 58,995 miles
- 2022 – 47,336 miles
- 2021 – 46,346 miles
- 2020 – 45,773 miles
- 2018 – 44,683 miles
- 2017 – 44,078 miles
- 2016 – 41,700 miles
- 2015 – 39,341 miles
- 2014 – 36,432 miles
- 2013 – 33,376 miles
- 2012 – 31,728 miles
- 2011 – 29,809 miles
- 2010 – 26,172 miles
- 2009 – 24,895 miles
- 2008 – 21,903 miles
- 2007 – 20,482 miles
- 2006 – 18,687 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
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, but not excessive
Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023
Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023
All direction indicators slightly discoloured All
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
All discs have surface corrosion
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
23 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass75,421 miles (+16,426)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 75,421 miles
- Test number
- 346320824718
- AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
Pass58,995 miles (+525)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 58,995 miles
- Test number
- 653945898076
- AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail58,470 miles (+11,134)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,470 miles
- Test number
- 747063495391
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure And very perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass47,336 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 47,336 miles
- Test number
- 541165203986
- MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
- AdvisoryAll discs have surface corrosion
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail47,336 miles (+990)1 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,336 miles
- Test number
- 894255576230
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
- AdvisoryAll discs have surface corrosion
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass46,346 miles (+573)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 46,346 miles
- Test number
- 386617921926
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass45,773 miles (+1,090)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 45,773 miles
- Test number
- 949445768723
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Both rear brake Ferrule excessively corroded
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Pass44,683 miles (+605)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 44,683 miles
- Test number
- 724102726074
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass44,078 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 44,078 miles
- Test number
- 225115982919
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail44,078 miles (+2,378)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 44,078 miles
- Test number
- 751515558796
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass41,700 miles (+2,359)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 41,700 miles
- Test number
- 874801381202
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass39,341 miles (+2,909)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 39,341 miles
- Test number
- 140358616561
- AdvisoryNearside Front washer not working
- AdvisoryCracking in nearside front tyre
Fail36,432 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 36,432 miles
- Test number
- 285448864274
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass36,432 miles (+3,056)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 36,432 miles
- Test number
- 326368864480
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,376 miles (+1,648)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 33,376 miles
- Test number
- 138359863213
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteSlight corrosio to ends of rear metal brake pipes
Pass31,728 miles (+1,919)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 31,728 miles
- Test number
- 327086372260
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,809 miles (+3,637)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 29,809 miles
- Test number
- 178938871224
- NoteNsr tyre - Nail, cracked on the outer wall, badly worm inner shoulder
- NoteRear numberplate start to discolour
Pass26,172 miles (+1,277)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 26,172 miles
- Test number
- 321837070247
- NoteRear no plate start to discolour
Pass24,895 miles (+2,992)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 24,895 miles
- Test number
- 201771389233
- NoteRear no plate discoloured
Pass21,903 miles (+1,421)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 21,903 miles
- Test number
- 421653788213
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass20,482 miles (+1,795)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 20,482 miles
- Test number
- 320011477201
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass18,687 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 18,687 miles
- Test number
- 323605576287
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail18,687 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 18,687 miles
- Test number
- 970035576217
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
Questions about LD52 TLJ
- Does LD52 TLJ currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LD52 TLJ expired on 6 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LD52 TLJ?
- The MOT on LD52 TLJ expired on 6 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LD52 TLJ done?
- LD52 TLJ was recorded at 75,421 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2024, an average of 3,257 miles a year.
- Has LD52 TLJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LD52 TLJ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2023.
- Has the mileage on LD52 TLJ 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 TLJ find?
- LD52 TLJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2024 with 1 advisory: brake pad warning light on.
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