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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LF52 FGMMOT history

LF52 FGM is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 70,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2023.

LF52 FGM black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2024
Mileage
70,611 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2023
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 FGM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 FGM was last recorded at 70,611 miles on 12 Jan 2023, 3,559 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,052 miles · 7 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
3,559 miles
Average per year
2,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 70,611 miles
  • 2022 – 67,052 miles
  • 2021 – 63,327 miles
  • 2019 – 57,770 miles
  • 2018 – 54,200 miles
  • 2017 – 51,416 miles
  • 2016 – 49,718 miles
  • 2015 – 48,097 miles
  • 2014 – 47,412 miles
  • 2013 – 46,430 miles
  • 2012 – 44,338 miles
  • 2011 – 42,711 miles
  • 2010 – 40,599 miles
  • 2009 – 37,758 miles
  • 2008 – 35,933 miles
  • 2007 – 33,881 miles
  • 2006 – 31,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,611 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,611 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    70,611 miles
    Test number
    504618630515
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail70,611 miles (+3,559)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,611 miles
    Test number
    308763505100
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass67,052 miles (+3,725)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    67,052 miles
    Test number
    653181060648
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass63,327 miles (+5,557)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    63,327 miles
    Test number
    116423551370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,770 miles (+3,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,770 miles
    Test number
    841086055359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass54,200 miles (+2,784)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    54,200 miles
    Test number
    192897575247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass51,416 miles (+1,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    51,416 miles
    Test number
    302875443497
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Pass49,718 miles (+1,621)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    49,718 miles
    Test number
    535095430866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,097 miles (+685)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,097 miles
    Test number
    745767885186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,412 miles (+982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,412 miles
    Test number
    269152494402
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass46,430 miles (+2,092)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,430 miles
    Test number
    915621363264
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads wearing low !!

  12. Pass44,338 miles (+1,627)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,338 miles
    Test number
    977535762216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,711 miles (+2,112)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    42,711 miles
    Test number
    777000871296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,599 miles (+2,841)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,599 miles
    Test number
    533887760247
    • NoteSlight front brake pad wear

  15. Fail37,758 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,758 miles
    Test number
    361535569205
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  16. Pass37,758 miles (+1,825)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    37,758 miles
    Test number
    941435669227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,933 miles (+2,052)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,933 miles
    Test number
    851063748219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,881 miles (+2,054)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    33,881 miles
    Test number
    164082877258
    • NoteSmall exhaust leak in system

  19. Pass31,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,827 miles
    Test number
    204371656266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 FGM

Does LF52 FGM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 FGM expired on 11 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 FGM?
The MOT on LF52 FGM expired on 11 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 FGM done?
LF52 FGM was recorded at 70,611 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2023, an average of 2,373 miles a year.
Has LF52 FGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 FGM has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LF52 FGM 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 FGM find?
LF52 FGM passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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