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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LF52 FGKMOT history

LF52 FGK is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 171,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

LF52 FGK 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 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
171,767 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 FGK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 FGK was last recorded at 171,767 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 4,455 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,312 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,455 miles
Average per year
6,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,767 miles
  • 2025 – 167,312 miles
  • 2024 – 164,039 miles
  • 2023 – 157,018 miles
  • 2022 – 150,599 miles
  • 2021 – 144,357 miles
  • 2019 – 141,524 miles
  • 2018 – 137,866 miles
  • 2017 – 129,142 miles
  • 2016 – 120,682 miles
  • 2015 – 110,439 miles
  • 2014 – 99,568 miles
  • 2013 – 93,822 miles
  • 2012 – 88,038 miles
  • 2011 – 83,732 miles
  • 2010 – 76,167 miles
  • 2009 – 68,279 miles
  • 2008 – 60,700 miles
  • 2007 – 49,478 miles
  • 2006 – 40,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,767 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,767 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    171,767 miles
    Test number
    141624394493
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail171,767 miles (+4,455)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,767 miles
    Test number
    820793808546
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass167,312 miles (+3,273)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    167,312 miles
    Test number
    818757366269
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass164,039 miles (+7,021)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    164,039 miles
    Test number
    959813009138
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  5. Pass157,018 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    157,018 miles
    Test number
    170567819288
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockaborbers shafts rusty

  6. Fail157,018 miles (+6,419)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,018 miles
    Test number
    818796204483
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockaborbers shafts rusty

  7. Pass150,599 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    150,599 miles
    Test number
    253700651168
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil and water leak

  8. Fail150,599 miles (+6,242)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,599 miles
    Test number
    366725125638
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil and water leak

  9. Pass144,357 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    144,357 miles
    Test number
    372318738242
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail144,357 miles (+2,833)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,357 miles
    Test number
    194739683862
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass141,524 miles (+3,658)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    141,524 miles
    Test number
    468681093694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass137,866 miles (+421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    137,866 miles
    Test number
    504928417804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail137,445 miles (+8,303)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,445 miles
    Test number
    502769267789
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass129,142 miles (+8,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    129,142 miles
    Test number
    212628961865
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass120,682 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    120,682 miles
    Test number
    715625671163
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail120,682 miles (+10,243)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,682 miles
    Test number
    858904788645
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass110,439 miles (+10,871)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    110,439 miles
    Test number
    966211112276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,568 miles (+5,746)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    99,568 miles
    Test number
    126413904220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass93,822 miles (+5,784)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,822 miles
    Test number
    667025703246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass88,038 miles (+4,306)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    88,038 miles
    Test number
    436937512251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,732 miles (+7,565)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    83,732 miles
    Test number
    448716301260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,167 miles (+7,888)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    76,167 miles
    Test number
    281008220269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass68,279 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    68,279 miles
    Test number
    344789239454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail68,275 miles (+7,575)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,275 miles
    Test number
    263598739222
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass60,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    60,700 miles
    Test number
    330320448238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail60,700 miles (+11,222)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,700 miles
    Test number
    853829038235
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass49,478 miles (+9,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,478 miles
    Test number
    513238817228
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass40,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    40,426 miles
    Test number
    462367036229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 FGK

Does LF52 FGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 FGK is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 FGK?
The MOT on LF52 FGK is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 FGK done?
LF52 FGK was recorded at 171,767 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 6,543 miles a year.
Has LF52 FGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 FGK has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 FGK 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 FGK find?
LF52 FGK passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both.

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