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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,895 cc

LF52 FFGMOT history

LF52 FFG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 136,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

LF52 FFG 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 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
136,804 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 FFG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 FFG was last recorded at 136,804 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 7,701 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
129,103 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,701 miles
Average per year
5,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,804 miles
  • 2025 – 129,103 miles
  • 2024 – 121,537 miles
  • 2023 – 114,726 miles
  • 2022 – 106,835 miles
  • 2021 – 98,659 miles
  • 2020 – 91,215 miles
  • 2019 – 82,626 miles
  • 2018 – 72,584 miles
  • 2017 – 64,352 miles
  • 2016 – 60,149 miles
  • 2015 – 55,710 miles
  • 2014 – 51,712 miles
  • 2013 – 48,081 miles
  • 2012 – 44,513 miles
  • 2011 – 40,923 miles
  • 2010 – 37,300 miles
  • 2009 – 33,012 miles
  • 2008 – 28,925 miles
  • 2007 – 24,184 miles
  • 2006 – 20,474 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,804 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,804 miles (+7,701)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    136,804 miles
    Test number
    547843931552
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass129,103 miles (+7,566)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    129,103 miles
    Test number
    862126081622
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass121,537 miles (+6,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    121,537 miles
    Test number
    266400748368
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,726 miles (+7,891)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    114,726 miles
    Test number
    612657318735
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Front + Rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement *rear bush* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside + Offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside + Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays/Engine cover/sill trims fitted obscuring view of some components

  5. Pass106,835 miles (+8,176)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    106,835 miles
    Test number
    158512580621
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leak

  6. Pass98,659 miles (+7,444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    98,659 miles
    Test number
    562544565516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive

  7. Pass91,215 miles (+8,589)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    91,215 miles
    Test number
    517780341776
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass82,626 miles (+10,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    82,626 miles
    Test number
    593869517081
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  9. Pass72,584 miles (+8,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,584 miles
    Test number
    824793399019
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  10. Pass64,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    64,352 miles
    Test number
    734687604335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,352 miles (+4,203)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,352 miles
    Test number
    939739762962
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass60,149 miles (+4,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    60,149 miles
    Test number
    418005158037
    • 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)

  13. Pass55,710 miles (+3,998)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    55,710 miles
    Test number
    857348265161
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass51,712 miles (+3,631)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    51,712 miles
    Test number
    797224154168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,081 miles (+3,568)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,081 miles
    Test number
    356038673115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,513 miles (+3,590)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    44,513 miles
    Test number
    766707482155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,923 miles (+3,623)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,923 miles
    Test number
    809757241155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,300 miles (+4,288)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,300 miles
    Test number
    502966070115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,012 miles (+4,087)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,012 miles
    Test number
    633333779190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,925 miles (+4,741)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,925 miles
    Test number
    283156478174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,184 miles (+3,710)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,184 miles
    Test number
    591459677173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,474 miles
    Test number
    921348956160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 FFG

Does LF52 FFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 FFG is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 FFG?
The MOT on LF52 FFG is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 FFG done?
LF52 FFG was recorded at 136,804 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 5,813 miles a year.
Has LF52 FFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 FFG has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on LF52 FFG 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 FFG find?
LF52 FFG passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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