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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

LF52 VWOMOT history

LF52 VWO is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 88,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

LF52 VWO 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 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
88,658 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,776 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 VWO
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
23 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 VWO was last recorded at 88,658 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 10,938 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,720 miles · 27 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
10,938 miles
Average per year
3,776 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,658 miles
  • 2024 – 77,720 miles
  • 2023 – 74,858 miles
  • 2022 – 72,044 miles
  • 2021 – 67,486 miles
  • 2019 – 58,824 miles
  • 2018 – 56,187 miles
  • 2017 – 53,806 miles
  • 2016 – 51,121 miles
  • 2015 – 47,124 miles
  • 2014 – 39,222 miles
  • 2013 – 38,232 miles
  • 2012 – 36,605 miles
  • 2011 – 32,622 miles
  • 2010 – 28,655 miles
  • 2009 – 25,222 miles
  • 2008 – 22,049 miles
  • 2007 – 19,217 miles
  • 2006 – 15,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,658 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryLower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryLower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rusted below the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,658 miles (+10,938)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    88,658 miles
    Test number
    705100355462
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rusted below the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass77,720 miles (+2,862)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    77,720 miles
    Test number
    811205042913
    • AdvisoryAll four inner rim buckled
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass74,858 miles (+2,814)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,858 miles
    Test number
    483215302884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass72,044 miles (+4,558)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    72,044 miles
    Test number
    610073460038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rim buckled
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass67,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    67,486 miles
    Test number
    374216106909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail67,486 miles (+3,812)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,486 miles
    Test number
    304433458437
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass63,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    63,674 miles
    Test number
    154127063904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail63,674 miles (+4,850)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,674 miles
    Test number
    179676858180
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass58,824 miles (+2,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,824 miles
    Test number
    606030583375
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass56,187 miles (+2,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    56,187 miles
    Test number
    444164092611
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass53,806 miles (+2,685)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    53,806 miles
    Test number
    115996205020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre sidewall damage

  12. Pass51,121 miles (+3,997)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    51,121 miles
    Test number
    319400494606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,124 miles (+7,902)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    47,124 miles
    Test number
    621993508232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,222 miles (+990)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    39,222 miles
    Test number
    359931884400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,232 miles (+1,627)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    38,232 miles
    Test number
    359912363267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,605 miles (+3,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    36,605 miles
    Test number
    245166572246
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass32,622 miles (+3,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    32,622 miles
    Test number
    576451181286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass28,655 miles (+3,433)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    28,655 miles
    Test number
    402308170256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,222 miles (+3,173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    25,222 miles
    Test number
    390234679418
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass22,049 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    22,049 miles
    Test number
    654231578245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Fail22,030 miles (+2,813)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,030 miles
    Test number
    392451278489
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass19,217 miles (+3,447)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    19,217 miles
    Test number
    950745367220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    15,770 miles
    Test number
    283308276250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 VWO

Does LF52 VWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 VWO is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 VWO?
The MOT on LF52 VWO is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 VWO done?
LF52 VWO was recorded at 88,658 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 3,776 miles a year.
Has LF52 VWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 VWO has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LF52 VWO 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 VWO find?
LF52 VWO passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front track rod end ball joint has slight play; lower anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; lower coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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