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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LD52 UCCMOT history

LD52 UCC is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 19 Nov 2021 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 161,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2021.

LD52 UCC silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Nov 2021
Mileage
161,569 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2021
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD52 UCC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD52 UCC was last recorded at 161,569 miles on 28 Oct 2021, 5,844 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,725 miles · 20 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
5,844 miles
Average per year
8,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 161,569 miles
  • 2020 – 155,725 miles
  • 2019 – 142,760 miles
  • 2018 – 136,195 miles
  • 2017 – 132,711 miles
  • 2016 – 119,417 miles
  • 2015 – 107,117 miles
  • 2014 – 99,114 miles
  • 2013 – 85,295 miles
  • 2012 – 77,797 miles
  • 2011 – 69,284 miles
  • 2010 – 62,060 miles
  • 2009 – 55,635 miles
  • 2008 – 49,610 miles
  • 2007 – 44,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail161,569 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Non-locking cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside front wing
  • AdvisoryDamaged to nearside front tyre outer wall
  • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryOffside front seat belt slightly damaged,plus slow to return
  • AdvisoryPower steering slightly heavy
  • AdvisorySteering wheel outer cover damaged

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer has a hole in the top, above tail pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • High centre (3rd) brake light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail161,569 miles (+5,844)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,569 miles
    Test number
    152901950233
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Non-locking cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside front wing
    • AdvisoryDamaged to nearside front tyre outer wall
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside front seat belt slightly damaged,plus slow to return
    • AdvisoryPower steering slightly heavy
    • AdvisorySteering wheel outer cover damaged
  2. Pass155,725 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    155,725 miles
    Test number
    742208107621
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer has a hole in the top, above tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHigh centre (3rd) brake light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Fail155,725 miles (+12,965)1 dangerous8 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,725 miles
    Test number
    468503002891
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively N/S and O/S (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer has a hole in the top, above tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHigh centre (3rd) brake light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S and O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass142,760 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    142,760 miles
    Test number
    443029104401
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN.s.r brake pads worn more o.s.r brake pads!
    • AdvisoryN.s.r shock absorber ram covers insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  5. Fail142,757 miles (+6,562)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,757 miles
    Test number
    190230701852
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN.s.r brake pads worn more o.s.r brake pads!
    • AdvisoryN.s.r shock absorber ram covers insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  6. Pass136,195 miles (+4)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    136,195 miles
    Test number
    367169968715
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail136,191 miles (+3,480)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,191 miles
    Test number
    695498859263
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine All over under side (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass132,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    132,711 miles
    Test number
    976997297164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail132,711 miles (+13,294)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,711 miles
    Test number
    258132230497
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass119,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    119,417 miles
    Test number
    154860271152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail119,415 miles (+12,298)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,415 miles
    Test number
    345409272190
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  12. Pass107,117 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,117 miles
    Test number
    338340935037
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Fail107,117 miles (+8,003)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,117 miles
    Test number
    647509425062
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Pass99,114 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    99,114 miles
    Test number
    605951964195
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Fail99,112 miles (+13,817)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,112 miles
    Test number
    228830864467
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass85,295 miles (+7,498)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    85,295 miles
    Test number
    318490853179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,797 miles (+8,513)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    77,797 miles
    Test number
    219073852401
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre cut on outer sidewall
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre very low tread and badly perished
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre very low tread and perished
  18. Pass69,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    69,284 miles
    Test number
    829391251194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,284 miles (+7,224)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,284 miles
    Test number
    748181351163
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
  20. Pass62,060 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    62,060 miles
    Test number
    152077240134
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteAll brake discs appear lipped
    • NoteN/s door mirror glass deteriorating
  21. Fail62,060 miles (+6,425)3 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,060 miles
    Test number
    174127740155
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteAll brake discs appear lipped
    • NoteN/s door mirror glass deteriorating
  22. Pass55,635 miles (+6,025)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    55,635 miles
    Test number
    133787349179
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs lipped and pitted/corroding, just acceptable at time of testing
    • NoteFront bumper damage to underside
    • NoteFront suspension lower arm rear mounting bushes just acceptable at time of testing
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer side wall damaged
  23. Fail49,610 miles4 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,610 miles
    Test number
    260162148187
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has outer sidewall damage, just acceptable
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn to minimum wear limit 1.6mm, requires replacement
    • NoteRear number plate fading
  24. Pass49,610 miles (+4,762)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,610 miles
    Test number
    450992548181
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has outer sidewall damage, just acceptable
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn to minimum wear limit 1.6mm, requires replacement
    • NoteRear number plate fading
  25. Pass44,848 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,848 miles
    Test number
    814101347137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LD52 UCC

Does LD52 UCC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD52 UCC expired on 19 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD52 UCC?
The MOT on LD52 UCC expired on 19 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD52 UCC done?
LD52 UCC was recorded at 161,569 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2021, an average of 8,083 miles a year.
Has LD52 UCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD52 UCC has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LD52 UCC 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 UCC find?
LD52 UCC failed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2021 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; fuel cap/sealing device ineffective non-locking cap fitted, and 8 more.

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