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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LF52 CXKMOT history

LF52 CXK is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 90,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

LF52 CXK blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
90,652 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,423 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 CXK
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
26 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 CXK was last recorded at 90,652 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 7,639 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,013 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,639 miles
Average per year
2,423 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,652 miles
  • 2025 – 83,013 miles
  • 2024 – 82,039 miles
  • 2023 – 80,016 miles
  • 2022 – 78,487 miles
  • 2021 – 74,449 miles
  • 2020 – 69,908 miles
  • 2019 – 69,326 miles
  • 2018 – 68,612 miles
  • 2017 – 67,737 miles
  • 2016 – 66,502 miles
  • 2015 – 65,144 miles
  • 2014 – 63,753 miles
  • 2013 – 61,670 miles
  • 2012 – 59,570 miles
  • 2011 – 57,115 miles
  • 2010 – 54,820 miles
  • 2009 – 52,098 miles
  • 2008 – 50,551 miles
  • 2007 – 48,044 miles
  • 2006 – 42,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,652 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light lens damaged

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Middle to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,652 miles (+7,639)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    90,652 miles
    Test number
    408696455702
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light lens damaged
  2. Pass83,013 miles (+974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    83,013 miles
    Test number
    520666468995
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Middle to rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass82,039 miles (+2,023)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    82,039 miles
    Test number
    798293423232
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Middle to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass80,016 miles (+1,529)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    80,016 miles
    Test number
    646220816685
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Middle to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass78,487 miles (+4,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,487 miles
    Test number
    971029793320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass74,449 miles (+37)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    74,449 miles
    Test number
    771910649790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTrays covering the under body
  7. Fail74,412 miles (+4,504)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,412 miles
    Test number
    673597700383
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTrays covering the under body
  8. Pass69,908 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,908 miles
    Test number
    592598592015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail69,907 miles (+581)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,907 miles
    Test number
    611504128369
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass69,326 miles (+714)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,326 miles
    Test number
    217615371263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,612 miles (+875)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    68,612 miles
    Test number
    735530799051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,737 miles (+1,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    67,737 miles
    Test number
    520273321807
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking on sidewalls
  13. Pass66,502 miles (+1,358)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    66,502 miles
    Test number
    837278018615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,144 miles
    Test number
    733506793445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail65,144 miles (+1,391)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,144 miles
    Test number
    455822798495
    • FailureBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded both front (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  16. Pass63,753 miles (+2,083)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    63,753 miles
    Test number
    686157664270
    • NoteBoth front tyre outer sidewalls slightly perished
    • NoteOffside rear tyre outer sidewall slightly perished.
  17. Pass61,670 miles (+2,100)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    61,670 miles
    Test number
    845338783269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,570 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,570 miles
    Test number
    298106082286
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  19. Pass59,570 miles (+2,455)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    59,570 miles
    Test number
    789856082254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,115 miles (+2,295)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    57,115 miles
    Test number
    705513081233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,820 miles (+2,722)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    54,820 miles
    Test number
    113714680241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,098 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    52,098 miles
    Test number
    591719389273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,551 miles (+2,507)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    50,551 miles
    Test number
    211062988249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    48,044 miles
    Test number
    334635277442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,044 miles (+5,938)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,044 miles
    Test number
    632675677276
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  26. Pass42,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    42,106 miles
    Test number
    352029966453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 CXK

Does LF52 CXK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 CXK is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 CXK?
The MOT on LF52 CXK is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 CXK done?
LF52 CXK was recorded at 90,652 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 2,423 miles a year.
Has LF52 CXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 CXK has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LF52 CXK 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 LF52 CXK find?
LF52 CXK passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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