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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,895 cc

LF52 FGZMOT history

LF52 FGZ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 44,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2022.

LF52 FGZ blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2023
Mileage
44,507 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 FGZ
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
26 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 FGZ was last recorded at 44,507 miles on 23 Jul 2022, 5,045 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,462 miles · 16 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
5,045 miles
Average per year
2,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 44,507 miles
  • 2021 – 39,462 miles
  • 2020 – 36,880 miles
  • 2019 – 32,770 miles
  • 2018 – 31,913 miles
  • 2017 – 31,275 miles
  • 2016 – 29,840 miles
  • 2015 – 25,972 miles
  • 2014 – 22,681 miles
  • 2013 – 19,179 miles
  • 2012 – 17,009 miles
  • 2011 – 14,542 miles
  • 2010 – 12,190 miles
  • 2009 – 10,612 miles
  • 2008 – 9,018 miles
  • 2007 – 8,233 miles
  • 2005 – 7,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,507 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering rack slightly leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,507 miles (+5,045)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    44,507 miles
    Test number
    534380200483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass39,462 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    39,462 miles
    Test number
    278418109947
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack slightly leaking oil
  3. Fail39,458 miles (+2,578)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,458 miles
    Test number
    124025211314
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack slightly leaking oil
  4. Pass36,880 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    36,880 miles
    Test number
    181089732355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail36,877 miles (+4,107)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,877 miles
    Test number
    381947871356
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass32,770 miles (+857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    32,770 miles
    Test number
    962394501283
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
  7. Pass31,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    31,913 miles
    Test number
    187457834616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail31,913 miles (+638)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,913 miles
    Test number
    408546155385
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads starting to get close to limit
  9. Pass31,275 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    31,275 miles
    Test number
    995202831289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
  10. Fail31,275 miles (+1,435)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,275 miles
    Test number
    817534702698
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
  11. Pass29,840 miles (+3,868)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,840 miles
    Test number
    212074498289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,972 miles (+3,291)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    25,972 miles
    Test number
    539008505289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,681 miles (+3,502)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    22,681 miles
    Test number
    586397014227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,179 miles (+2,170)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    19,179 miles
    Test number
    849729663172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass17,009 miles (+2,467)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    17,009 miles
    Test number
    276714892141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    14,542 miles
    Test number
    775552891195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail14,542 miles (+2,352)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,542 miles
    Test number
    958522191156
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
  18. Pass12,190 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    12,190 miles
    Test number
    982154480117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail12,180 miles (+1,568)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,180 miles
    Test number
    704207560162
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCuts in n/s/f tyre
    • NotePans + underneath
  20. Pass10,612 miles (+1,594)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    10,612 miles
    Test number
    812870369145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,018 miles (+785)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    9,018 miles
    Test number
    244242458106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,233 miles (+702)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    8,233 miles
    Test number
    343418137040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    7,531 miles
    Test number
    713263845375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 FGZ

Does LF52 FGZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 FGZ expired on 22 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 FGZ?
The MOT on LF52 FGZ expired on 22 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 FGZ done?
LF52 FGZ was recorded at 44,507 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2022, an average of 2,225 miles a year.
Has LF52 FGZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 FGZ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on LF52 FGZ 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 FGZ find?
LF52 FGZ passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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