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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

LF52 HMCMOT history

LF52 HMC is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 75,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

LF52 HMC 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 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
75,994 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 HMC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 HMC was last recorded at 75,994 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 10,998 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,996 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10,998 miles
Average per year
2,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,994 miles
  • 2025 – 64,996 miles
  • 2024 – 60,521 miles
  • 2023 – 56,243 miles
  • 2022 – 51,471 miles
  • 2021 – 50,627 miles
  • 2020 – 50,620 miles
  • 2019 – 50,610 miles
  • 2018 – 50,588 miles
  • 2017 – 50,516 miles
  • 2016 – 50,337 miles
  • 2015 – 50,092 miles
  • 2014 – 49,694 miles
  • 2013 – 48,654 miles
  • 2012 – 46,241 miles
  • 2011 – 43,805 miles
  • 2010 – 41,369 miles
  • 2009 – 38,671 miles
  • 2008 – 36,424 miles
  • 2007 – 34,969 miles
  • 2006 – 32,438 miles
  • 2005 – 28,720 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,994 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,994 miles (+10,998)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    75,994 miles
    Test number
    756990950662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass64,996 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    64,996 miles
    Test number
    672309406391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail64,996 miles (+4,475)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,996 miles
    Test number
    481302673585
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass60,521 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    60,521 miles
    Test number
    556733228805
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail60,521 miles (+4,278)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,521 miles
    Test number
    252296374804
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass56,243 miles (+4,772)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    56,243 miles
    Test number
    838890857228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass51,471 miles (+844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    51,471 miles
    Test number
    546426095630
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass50,627 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    50,627 miles
    Test number
    835945107901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass50,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    50,620 miles
    Test number
    881392525661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail50,620 miles (+10)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,620 miles
    Test number
    454899292666
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass50,610 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    50,610 miles
    Test number
    255947927239
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some areas

  12. Fail50,610 miles (+22)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,610 miles
    Test number
    768031166259
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some areas

  13. Pass50,588 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    50,588 miles
    Test number
    847229599627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,516 miles (+179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    50,516 miles
    Test number
    999085533575
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass50,337 miles (+245)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    50,337 miles
    Test number
    474776617076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,092 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    50,092 miles
    Test number
    225924112457
    • 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)

  17. Fail50,091 miles (+397)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,091 miles
    Test number
    261505504527
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush rear (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush rear (2.5.B.2b)
    • 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)

  18. Pass49,694 miles (+1,040)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,694 miles
    Test number
    636749774221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,654 miles (+2,413)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,654 miles
    Test number
    918994193296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,241 miles (+2,436)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,241 miles
    Test number
    375760692241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,805 miles (+2,436)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    43,805 miles
    Test number
    648020091297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,369 miles (+2,698)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    41,369 miles
    Test number
    382378770230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,671 miles (+2,247)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    38,671 miles
    Test number
    111400469279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,424 miles (+1,455)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    36,424 miles
    Test number
    582900598208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,969 miles (+2,531)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    34,969 miles
    Test number
    902393687258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,438 miles (+3,718)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    32,438 miles
    Test number
    582919886248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,720 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    28,720 miles
    Test number
    793414485292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail28,714 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,714 miles
    Test number
    384833485431
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LF52 HMC

Does LF52 HMC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 HMC is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 HMC?
The MOT on LF52 HMC is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 HMC done?
LF52 HMC was recorded at 75,994 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 2,254 miles a year.
Has LF52 HMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 HMC has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LF52 HMC 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 HMC find?
LF52 HMC passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre slightly damaged; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged, and 2 more.

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