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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,895 cc

LF52 HKKMOT history

LF52 HKK is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 13 Nov 2021 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 106,818 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2021.

LF52 HKK blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Nov 2021
Mileage
106,818 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 HKK
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
20 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF52 HKK was last recorded at 106,818 miles on 2 Nov 2021, 2,431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,387 miles · 10 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,431 miles
Average per year
4,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 106,818 miles
  • 2020 – 104,387 miles
  • 2019 – 102,674 miles
  • 2018 – 101,190 miles
  • 2017 – 99,977 miles
  • 2016 – 97,616 miles
  • 2015 – 94,863 miles
  • 2014 – 91,792 miles
  • 2013 – 87,746 miles
  • 2012 – 83,852 miles
  • 2011 – 75,605 miles
  • 2010 – 71,059 miles
  • 2009 – 66,350 miles
  • 2008 – 60,011 miles
  • 2007 – 48,334 miles
  • 2006 – 38,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail106,818 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rubber mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Electronic stability control component excessively damaged sensor lever arm broken (7.12 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rubber mount (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))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rubber mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rubber mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear and offside rear tyre on 2mm centre of tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail106,818 miles (+2,431)10 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,818 miles
    Test number
    544160592266
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rubber mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Electronic stability control component excessively damaged sensor lever arm broken (7.12 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rubber mount (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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass104,387 miles (+1,713)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    104,387 miles
    Test number
    587534865816
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass102,674 miles (+1,484)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,674 miles
    Test number
    546877645822
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  4. Pass101,190 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    101,190 miles
    Test number
    223436513593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rubber mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rubber mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail101,190 miles (+1,213)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,190 miles
    Test number
    773113221289
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rubber mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rubber mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass99,977 miles (+2,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    99,977 miles
    Test number
    327187272249
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  7. Pass97,616 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,616 miles
    Test number
    342515738859
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear and offside rear tyre on 2mm centre of tyre

  8. Fail97,616 miles (+2,753)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,616 miles
    Test number
    700798003437
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear and offside rear tyre on 2mm centre of tyre

  9. Pass94,863 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    94,863 miles
    Test number
    493453590822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,854 miles (+3,062)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,854 miles
    Test number
    687453160707
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass91,792 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    91,792 miles
    Test number
    396049604328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,786 miles (+4,040)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,786 miles
    Test number
    817678404342
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass87,746 miles (+63)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    87,746 miles
    Test number
    728169903375
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail87,683 miles (+3,831)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,683 miles
    Test number
    806085103331
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass83,852 miles (+8,247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    83,852 miles
    Test number
    447550912403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass75,605 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    75,605 miles
    Test number
    518133611344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,536 miles (+4,477)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,536 miles
    Test number
    657171511329
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass71,059 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    71,059 miles
    Test number
    960837300392
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail71,059 miles (+4,709)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,059 miles
    Test number
    251047400308
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass66,350 miles (+6,339)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    66,350 miles
    Test number
    402276609316
    • NoteFront brake pads on 3mm
    • NoteFront exhaust clamp rusting

  21. Pass60,011 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    60,011 miles
    Test number
    571560518307
    • NoteFront exhaust pipe mounting corroded and in a poor condition

  22. Fail60,011 miles (+11,677)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,011 miles
    Test number
    172880818311
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront exhaust pipe mounting corroded and in a poor condition

  23. Pass48,334 miles (+10,013)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    48,334 miles
    Test number
    153494707356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  24. Pass38,321 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    38,321 miles
    Test number
    694702316318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure

Questions about LF52 HKK

Does LF52 HKK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 HKK expired on 13 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 HKK?
The MOT on LF52 HKK expired on 13 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 HKK done?
LF52 HKK was recorded at 106,818 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2021, an average of 4,571 miles a year.
Has LF52 HKK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 HKK has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LF52 HKK 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 HKK find?
LF52 HKK failed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2021 with 10 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rubber mount, and 12 more.

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