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BMW 3 Series

Black and Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,991 cc

LF52 CXTMOT history

LF52 CXT is a black and silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 233,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

LF52 CXT 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 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
233,485 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,220 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 CXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 CXT was last recorded at 233,485 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
233,484 miles · 27 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,220 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 233,485 miles
  • 2025 – 226,602 miles
  • 2024 – 219,185 miles
  • 2023 – 206,347 miles
  • 2022 – 199,399 miles
  • 2021 – 190,427 miles
  • 2020 – 188,245 miles
  • 2019 – 185,075 miles
  • 2018 – 180,435 miles
  • 2017 – 173,372 miles
  • 2016 – 166,012 miles
  • 2015 – 158,622 miles
  • 2014 – 144,965 miles
  • 2013 – 131,292 miles
  • 2012 – 116,139 miles
  • 2011 – 110,366 miles
  • 2010 – 101,403 miles
  • 2009 – 92,584 miles
  • 2008 – 80,781 miles
  • 2006 – 53,797 miles
  • 2005 – 24,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass233,485 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass233,485 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    233,485 miles
    Test number
    760721725706
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe covered in underseal

  2. Fail233,484 miles (+5)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,484 miles
    Test number
    618678776020
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe covered in underseal

  3. Fail233,479 miles (+6,877)2 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,479 miles
    Test number
    221036665241
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear very poor to no effort recorded on handbrake
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear very poor to no performance on hand brake
    • AdvisoryExhaust rattling against underside of car

  4. Pass226,602 miles (+7,417)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    226,602 miles
    Test number
    729797508677
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront anti-roll bar shows side to side movement.
    • AdvisoryFront service brakes show extensive imbalance
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake disc shows surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner wing cover areas show evidence of tyre contact at some point in time.
    • AdvisoryOdd speed rated tyres are fitted at the rear axle.
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlamp dip beam image weak.
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner wing cover areas show evidence of tyre contact at some point in time.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc shows surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear lower bumper areas incomplete.

  5. Pass219,185 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    219,185 miles
    Test number
    537819817850
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail219,178 miles (+12,831)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,178 miles
    Test number
    547078798098
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

  7. Pass206,347 miles (+6,948)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    206,347 miles
    Test number
    351826190139
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass199,399 miles (+8,972)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    199,399 miles
    Test number
    996858714791
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass190,427 miles (+2,182)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    190,427 miles
    Test number
    745952611886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  10. Pass188,245 miles (+38)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    188,245 miles
    Test number
    450843636652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  11. Fail188,207 miles (+3,132)1 dangerous5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,207 miles
    Test number
    652279726040
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions not tested due to exhaust leak

  12. Pass185,075 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    185,075 miles
    Test number
    579225553036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail185,075 miles (+4,640)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,075 miles
    Test number
    978330847946
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass180,435 miles (+7,063)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    180,435 miles
    Test number
    238810662763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass173,372 miles (+7,360)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    173,372 miles
    Test number
    844354361048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass166,012 miles (+91)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    166,012 miles
    Test number
    855228233761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear rear seat belts not inspected as child seats fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnett and underbody protective trays fitted obscuring some components

  17. Fail165,921 miles (+7,299)4 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,921 miles
    Test number
    664794674801
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear rear seat belts not inspected as child seats fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnett and underbody protective trays fitted obscuring some components

  18. Pass158,622 miles (+408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    158,622 miles
    Test number
    277054005433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Fail158,214 miles (+13,249)2 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,214 miles
    Test number
    987105285070
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s & n/s front flexible brake hoses perished ?

  20. Pass144,965 miles (+13,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    144,965 miles
    Test number
    268818194092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass131,292 miles (+15,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    131,292 miles
    Test number
    445087603153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass116,139 miles (+5,773)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    116,139 miles
    Test number
    909763692058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass110,366 miles (+8,963)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    110,366 miles
    Test number
    225221401416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass101,403 miles (+8,819)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    101,403 miles
    Test number
    843958350003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass92,584 miles (+11,803)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    92,584 miles
    Test number
    823256059059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass80,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    80,781 miles
    Test number
    893604708009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail80,781 miles (+26,984)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,781 miles
    Test number
    554303008019
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass53,797 miles (+28,830)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    53,797 miles
    Test number
    963183836342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    24,967 miles
    Test number
    723046235321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 CXT

Does LF52 CXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 CXT is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 CXT?
The MOT on LF52 CXT is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 CXT done?
LF52 CXT was recorded at 233,485 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 10,220 miles a year.
Has LF52 CXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 CXT has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 CXT 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 CXT find?
LF52 CXT passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both, and 2 more.

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