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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LF52 VJXMOT history

LF52 VJX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 147,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

LF52 VJX black 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 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
147,604 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 VJX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 VJX was last recorded at 147,604 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Dec 2023: 122,688 miles, lower than 177,453 miles on 20 Dec 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
147,602 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,604 miles
  • 2025 – 133,259 miles
  • 2023 – 122,688 miles
  • 2021 – 177,453 miles
  • 2020 – 173,017 miles
  • 2019 – 161,993 miles
  • 2017 – 146,315 miles
  • 2016 – 121,667 miles
  • 2015 – 107,224 miles
  • 2014 – 97,652 miles
  • 2012 – 87,678 miles
  • 2011 – 66,907 miles
  • 2010 – 56,977 miles
  • 2009 – 43,661 miles
  • 2007 – 27,682 miles
  • 2006 – 17,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,604 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryThe car has rust on various components from beneathRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s front and o/s rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,604 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    147,604 miles
    Test number
    359662609743
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryThe car has rust on various components from beneath
  2. Fail147,602 miles (+2,502)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,602 miles
    Test number
    100428380079
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both side (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe car has rust on various components from beneath
  3. Fail145,100 miles (+11,841)3 dangerous11 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,100 miles
    Test number
    577024352908
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Under battery (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side outer sill cover fitted unable to check condition of sill
    • AdvisoryFront Both side body panel Corroded not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass133,259 miles (+4)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    133,259 miles
    Test number
    103058086117
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured o/s front and o/s rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack modified, but not inappropriately noisy is well (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCar body repaired with welding on rear integral body
    • AdvisoryCar has havey corrosion on front and rear subframe area,brake pipes,brake hose,suspension components
  5. Fail133,255 miles (+10,567)1 dangerous5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,255 miles
    Test number
    128694335799
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering under seat area (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust back box has major leaking (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured o/s front and o/s rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack modified, but not inappropriately noisy is well (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCar has havey corrosion on front and rear subframe area,brake pipes,brake hose,suspension components
  6. Pass122,688 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    122,688 miles
    Test number
    702013770030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlighy Differential Fluid Leaks
  7. Fail122,688 miles (-54,765)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,688 miles
    Test number
    893524304178
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlighy Differential Fluid Leaks
  8. Pass177,453 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    177,453 miles
    Test number
    171818879035
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D - bushes - strong advisory (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Fail177,453 miles (+4,436)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,453 miles
    Test number
    336406227551
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSide repeater not working both repeaters (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D - bushes - strong advisory (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass173,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    173,017 miles
    Test number
    116034750722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail173,017 miles (+4,477)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,017 miles
    Test number
    830313878645
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour indicator damaged (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively strong advisory (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  12. Pass168,540 miles (+6,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    168,540 miles
    Test number
    850498876593
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play osf and nsf both bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
  13. Pass161,993 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    161,993 miles
    Test number
    732914559508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail161,992 miles (+15,677)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,992 miles
    Test number
    229610704771
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively damaged N/S/F AND O/S/F (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  15. Pass146,315 miles (+24,648)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    146,315 miles
    Test number
    172937263121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass121,667 miles (+2,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    121,667 miles
    Test number
    591939853484
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Fail119,499 miles (+12,275)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,499 miles
    Test number
    462917509737
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear , rear section (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear ,rear section (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake on limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has a cut in the sidewall
  18. Pass107,224 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    107,224 miles
    Test number
    616700575069
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes slight corrosion
  19. Fail107,224 miles (+9,572)12 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,224 miles
    Test number
    336690875023
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped and scored
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes slight corrosion
    • NoteN/s/f tread depth on legal limit wearing heavily inner and outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f tread depth low wearing inner and outer edge of tyre
    • NoteRear brake discs lipped and scored
  20. Pass97,652 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    97,652 miles
    Test number
    585083504039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 NO PLATE DETERIATED
  21. Fail97,652 miles (+9,974)8 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,652 miles
    Test number
    949133504057
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 NO PLATE DETERIATED
  22. Pass87,678 miles (+20,771)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    87,678 miles
    Test number
    158826752321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
  23. Pass66,907 miles (+9,930)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    66,907 miles
    Test number
    177663601108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,977 miles (+13,316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    56,977 miles
    Test number
    794293090001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  25. Pass43,661 miles (+15,979)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    43,661 miles
    Test number
    233803989030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,682 miles (+10,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,682 miles
    Test number
    204497477239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  27. Pass17,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    17,532 miles
    Test number
    291057136284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 VJX

Does LF52 VJX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 VJX is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 VJX?
The MOT on LF52 VJX is valid until 5 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 VJX done?
LF52 VJX was recorded at 147,604 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 6,466 miles a year.
Has LF52 VJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 VJX has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 VJX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Dec 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 VJX find?
LF52 VJX passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; the car has rust on various components from beneath.

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