BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LF52 VLRMOT history

LF52 VLR is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 82,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LF52 VLR 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 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
82,117 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,008 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LF52 VLR in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 VLR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 VLR was last recorded at 82,117 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,099 miles · 31 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
3,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,117 miles
  • 2024 – 81,670 miles
  • 2023 – 79,585 miles
  • 2022 – 77,752 miles
  • 2021 – 74,716 miles
  • 2020 – 72,838 miles
  • 2019 – 70,871 miles
  • 2018 – 69,093 miles
  • 2017 – 66,994 miles
  • 2016 – 64,600 miles
  • 2015 – 61,766 miles
  • 2014 – 58,008 miles
  • 2013 – 54,345 miles
  • 2012 – 51,422 miles
  • 2011 – 46,787 miles
  • 2010 – 42,106 miles
  • 2009 – 37,487 miles
  • 2008 – 33,156 miles
  • 2007 – 28,495 miles
  • 2006 – 22,245 miles
  • 2005 – 21,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,117 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,117 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,117 miles
    Test number
    346820879140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail82,099 miles (+429)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,099 miles
    Test number
    444708694529
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,670 miles (+2,085)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    81,670 miles
    Test number
    456896857149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,585 miles (+1,833)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    79,585 miles
    Test number
    705708786473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass77,752 miles (+3,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,752 miles
    Test number
    555137937755
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass74,716 miles (+1,878)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    74,716 miles
    Test number
    398835620286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,838 miles
    Test number
    110968337495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,838 miles (+1,967)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,838 miles
    Test number
    425482725463
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass70,871 miles (+1,778)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,871 miles
    Test number
    343168864072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass69,093 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,093 miles
    Test number
    433763959399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail69,090 miles (+2,096)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,090 miles
    Test number
    907624955313
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished but not leaking.

  12. Pass66,994 miles (+2,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    66,994 miles
    Test number
    208983948096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass64,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    64,600 miles
    Test number
    187017785893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,600 miles (+2,834)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,600 miles
    Test number
    329958972934
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush brake reaction (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush brake reaction (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass61,766 miles (+3,758)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    61,766 miles
    Test number
    478542445108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass58,008 miles (+3,663)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,008 miles
    Test number
    149847754124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear fog lamp lenses slightly loose

  17. Pass54,345 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    54,345 miles
    Test number
    225716183162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail54,345 miles (+2,923)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,345 miles
    Test number
    117826283116
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass51,422 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    51,422 miles
    Test number
    948729282188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail51,422 miles (+4,635)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,422 miles
    Test number
    985969082121
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass46,787 miles (+52)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    46,787 miles
    Test number
    578805781148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  22. Fail46,735 miles (+4,629)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,735 miles
    Test number
    659142681130
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  23. Pass42,106 miles (+4,619)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,106 miles
    Test number
    463119180135
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  24. Pass37,487 miles (+145)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    37,487 miles
    Test number
    474488099135
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low

  25. Fail37,342 miles (+4,186)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,342 miles
    Test number
    361711299100
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low

  26. Pass33,156 miles (+4,661)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,156 miles
    Test number
    231073098414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,495 miles (+6,250)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,495 miles
    Test number
    141539197101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass22,245 miles (+607)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,245 miles
    Test number
    231683356160
    • NoteSlight damage to near side front tyre wall

  29. Pass21,638 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    21,638 miles
    Test number
    352480675286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LF52 VLR

Does LF52 VLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 VLR is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LF52 VLR?
The MOT on LF52 VLR is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 VLR done?
LF52 VLR was recorded at 82,117 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 3,008 miles a year.
Has LF52 VLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 VLR has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LF52 VLR 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 VLR find?
LF52 VLR passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all LF52V registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.