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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

LF52 VKXMOT history

LF52 VKX is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 144,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2024.

LF52 VKX silver 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 7 Dec 2025
Mileage
144,446 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 VKX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 VKX was last recorded at 144,446 miles on 5 Dec 2024, 2,798 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,648 miles · 8 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
2,798 miles
Average per year
5,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 144,446 miles
  • 2023 – 141,648 miles
  • 2022 – 135,333 miles
  • 2021 – 129,599 miles
  • 2020 – 126,421 miles
  • 2019 – 123,596 miles
  • 2018 – 121,128 miles
  • 2017 – 116,289 miles
  • 2016 – 109,352 miles
  • 2015 – 103,456 miles
  • 2014 – 97,776 miles
  • 2013 – 92,333 miles
  • 2012 – 85,203 miles
  • 2011 – 77,919 miles
  • 2010 – 71,999 miles
  • 2009 – 67,794 miles
  • 2008 – 62,536 miles
  • 2007 – 55,685 miles
  • 2006 – 48,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,446 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass144,446 miles (+2,798)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    144,446 miles
    Test number
    592035843618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass141,648 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    141,648 miles
    Test number
    263361600580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail141,644 miles (+6,311)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,644 miles
    Test number
    988723058893
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light in op

  4. Pass135,333 miles (+5,734)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    135,333 miles
    Test number
    680831252191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass129,599 miles (+3,178)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,599 miles
    Test number
    642307307572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,421 miles (+2,825)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    126,421 miles
    Test number
    535526563213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass123,596 miles (+2,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,596 miles
    Test number
    137560759980
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  8. Pass121,128 miles (+4,839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    121,128 miles
    Test number
    251714036843
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  9. Pass116,289 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,289 miles
    Test number
    504290895235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail116,289 miles (+6,937)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,289 miles
    Test number
    471850637786
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass109,352 miles (+5,896)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,352 miles
    Test number
    291455052409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,456 miles (+5,680)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,456 miles
    Test number
    147284605173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,776 miles (+5,443)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,776 miles
    Test number
    195979614166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,333 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,333 miles
    Test number
    567801423156
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass92,333 miles (+7,130)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    92,333 miles
    Test number
    786681723143
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Pass85,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    85,203 miles
    Test number
    246053622479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,203 miles (+7,284)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,203 miles
    Test number
    609283422163
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass77,919 miles (+5,920)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    77,919 miles
    Test number
    216618791090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,999 miles (+34)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    71,999 miles
    Test number
    564140710163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront Bumper nearside lower damaged
    • NoteHeadlamps on lowest limit
    • NoteNearside headlamp beam pattern has no kick up
    • NoteOil on minimum
    • NoteRear number plate slight deterioration

  20. Fail71,965 miles (+4,171)4 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,965 miles
    Test number
    272813200485
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront Bumper nearside lower damaged
    • NoteHeadlamps on lowest limit
    • NoteNearside headlamp beam pattern has no kick up
    • NoteOil on minimum
    • NoteRear number plate slight deterioration

  21. Pass67,794 miles (+5,258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    67,794 miles
    Test number
    713291619111
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass62,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    62,536 miles
    Test number
    323470828122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail62,536 miles (+6,851)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,536 miles
    Test number
    644760928196
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  24. Pass55,685 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,685 miles
    Test number
    980013227152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,647 miles (+6,874)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,647 miles
    Test number
    681260727195
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  26. Pass48,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,773 miles
    Test number
    152827416194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 VKX

Does LF52 VKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 VKX expired on 7 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 VKX?
The MOT on LF52 VKX expired on 7 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 VKX done?
LF52 VKX was recorded at 144,446 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2024, an average of 5,141 miles a year.
Has LF52 VKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 VKX has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LF52 VKX 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 VKX find?
LF52 VKX passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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