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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LF52 FGGMOT history

LF52 FGG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 121,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

LF52 FGG 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 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
121,631 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,148 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 FGG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 FGG was last recorded at 121,631 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 672 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,959 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
672 miles
Average per year
5,148 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,631 miles
  • 2024 – 120,959 miles
  • 2023 – 117,424 miles
  • 2022 – 109,360 miles
  • 2021 – 104,258 miles
  • 2020 – 100,834 miles
  • 2019 – 96,011 miles
  • 2018 – 88,587 miles
  • 2017 – 81,272 miles
  • 2016 – 73,507 miles
  • 2015 – 68,840 miles
  • 2014 – 64,115 miles
  • 2013 – 58,778 miles
  • 2012 – 56,269 miles
  • 2011 – 51,769 miles
  • 2010 – 47,007 miles
  • 2009 – 38,758 miles
  • 2008 – 34,485 miles
  • 2007 – 25,585 miles
  • 2006 – 19,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,631 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slow to retract

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,631 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    121,631 miles
    Test number
    833816424487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail121,631 miles (+672)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,631 miles
    Test number
    849737092720
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass120,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    120,959 miles
    Test number
    663314018349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail120,959 miles (+3,535)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,959 miles
    Test number
    886173675339
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp illuminated

  5. Pass117,424 miles (+8,064)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    117,424 miles
    Test number
    474830530718
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass109,360 miles (+300)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    109,360 miles
    Test number
    753888993727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail109,060 miles (+4,802)1 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,060 miles
    Test number
    744513621588
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated - Pre 2003
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass104,258 miles (+3,424)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    104,258 miles
    Test number
    740865474609
    • AdvisoryFront brake backing plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass100,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    100,834 miles
    Test number
    573071570483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,834 miles (+4,823)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,834 miles
    Test number
    973930220485
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass96,011 miles (+7,424)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    96,011 miles
    Test number
    532389988685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass88,587 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,587 miles
    Test number
    639735731556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail88,587 miles (+7,315)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,587 miles
    Test number
    691002635549
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass81,272 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    81,272 miles
    Test number
    535678152309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail81,270 miles (+7,763)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,270 miles
    Test number
    347727759779
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass73,507 miles (+4,667)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,507 miles
    Test number
    364475671393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,840 miles (+4,725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    68,840 miles
    Test number
    448489095085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass64,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,115 miles
    Test number
    528894694067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,115 miles (+5,337)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,115 miles
    Test number
    617044994002
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass58,778 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,778 miles
    Test number
    769762573004
    • NoteAll tyre tread depths "low".

  21. Fail58,778 miles (+2,509)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,778 miles
    Test number
    685071773077
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteAll tyre tread depths "low".

  22. Pass56,269 miles (+4,500)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,269 miles
    Test number
    416493602106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass51,769 miles (+4,762)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,769 miles
    Test number
    476843931135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,007 miles (+8,249)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    47,007 miles
    Test number
    644959160084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,758 miles (+4,273)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,758 miles
    Test number
    822944169065
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass34,485 miles (+8,900)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    34,485 miles
    Test number
    811207558012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on shoulders and need replacing.

  27. Pass25,585 miles (+6,099)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,585 miles
    Test number
    374580067039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,486 miles
    Test number
    214712676091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 FGG

Does LF52 FGG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 FGG is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 FGG?
The MOT on LF52 FGG is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 FGG done?
LF52 FGG was recorded at 121,631 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 5,148 miles a year.
Has LF52 FGG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 FGG has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 FGG 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 FGG find?
LF52 FGG passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm.

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