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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LF52 LHNMOT history

LF52 LHN is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 98,701 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

LF52 LHN silver 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 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
98,701 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 LHN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 LHN was last recorded at 98,701 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 1,454 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,247 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,454 miles
Average per year
4,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,701 miles
  • 2025 – 97,247 miles
  • 2024 – 97,173 miles
  • 2023 – 94,558 miles
  • 2022 – 93,833 miles
  • 2021 – 93,716 miles
  • 2020 – 92,207 miles
  • 2019 – 89,720 miles
  • 2017 – 84,188 miles
  • 2016 – 79,296 miles
  • 2015 – 77,596 miles
  • 2014 – 75,390 miles
  • 2013 – 72,974 miles
  • 2012 – 70,252 miles
  • 2011 – 52,081 miles
  • 2010 – 35,408 miles
  • 2009 – 21,009 miles
  • 2008 – 18,084 miles
  • 2007 – 12,506 miles
  • 2006 – 11,816 miles
  • 2005 – 8,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,701 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread light cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,701 miles (+1,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    98,701 miles
    Test number
    155108665218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread light cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass97,247 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    97,247 miles
    Test number
    640545820730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass97,173 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    97,173 miles
    Test number
    479261470729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail97,172 miles (+2,614)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,172 miles
    Test number
    738546676455
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass94,558 miles (+725)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    94,558 miles
    Test number
    158295098487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge reads 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  6. Pass93,833 miles (+117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    93,833 miles
    Test number
    956975023349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass93,716 miles (+1,509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    93,716 miles
    Test number
    215538235297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass92,207 miles (+2,487)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    92,207 miles
    Test number
    389423770487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre inner edge worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre inner edge worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass89,720 miles (+5,532)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    89,720 miles
    Test number
    569734057505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass84,188 miles (+4,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    84,188 miles
    Test number
    896426160626
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass79,296 miles (+1,700)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    79,296 miles
    Test number
    726377169639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,596 miles (+2,206)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    77,596 miles
    Test number
    427299969092
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody shields fitted

  13. Pass75,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,390 miles
    Test number
    488958814313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail75,390 miles (+2,416)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,390 miles
    Test number
    516048814308
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass72,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    72,974 miles
    Test number
    278195813321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,974 miles (+2,722)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,974 miles
    Test number
    575175313399
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass70,252 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    70,252 miles
    Test number
    725785532392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail70,252 miles (+7,217)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,252 miles
    Test number
    999084232303
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass63,035 miles (+10,954)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    63,035 miles
    Test number
    109097482457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,081 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,081 miles
    Test number
    767274281015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail52,081 miles (+16,673)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,081 miles
    Test number
    426018871054
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass35,408 miles (+14,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,408 miles
    Test number
    362827750046
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass21,009 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    21,009 miles
    Test number
    392978379045
    • NoteCut in l/h/r inner tyre side walls

  24. Fail21,009 miles (+2,925)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,009 miles
    Test number
    630457279021
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • NoteCut in l/h/r inner tyre side walls

  25. Pass18,084 miles (+5,578)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    18,084 miles
    Test number
    750713818145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,506 miles (+690)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    12,506 miles
    Test number
    941975337183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass11,816 miles (+3,174)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    11,816 miles
    Test number
    312395676464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass8,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    8,642 miles
    Test number
    572742975233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 LHN

Does LF52 LHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 LHN is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 LHN?
The MOT on LF52 LHN is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 LHN done?
LF52 LHN was recorded at 98,701 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 4,307 miles a year.
Has LF52 LHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 LHN has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LF52 LHN 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 LHN find?
LF52 LHN passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread light cracking; oil leak, but not excessive.

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