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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

LF52 YWGMOT history

LF52 YWG is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 158,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2022.

LF52 YWG black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2023
Mileage
158,537 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2022
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,126 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 YWG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 YWG was last recorded at 158,537 miles on 31 Oct 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,537 miles · 24 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,126 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 158,537 miles
  • 2021 – 152,120 miles
  • 2020 – 152,119 miles
  • 2019 – 149,547 miles
  • 2018 – 145,465 miles
  • 2017 – 139,258 miles
  • 2016 – 132,183 miles
  • 2015 – 125,231 miles
  • 2014 – 119,507 miles
  • 2013 – 112,933 miles
  • 2012 – 103,754 miles
  • 2011 – 96,092 miles
  • 2010 – 88,015 miles
  • 2009 – 76,915 miles
  • 2008 – 64,212 miles
  • 2007 – 52,703 miles
  • 2006 – 43,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,537 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.

  • Corrosion on metal brake pipes

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    158,537 miles
    Test number
    462612143807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail158,537 miles (+3,169)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,537 miles
    Test number
    199512407895
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass155,368 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    155,368 miles
    Test number
    718660909462
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail155,368 miles (+3,248)4 dangerous7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,368 miles
    Test number
    377744227364
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Body component likely to become detached Exhaust heat shield (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill near jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass152,120 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    152,120 miles
    Test number
    608190727725
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail152,119 miles (+2,572)2 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,119 miles
    Test number
    894555465803
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill near jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill near jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass149,547 miles (+23)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    149,547 miles
    Test number
    885285419578
    • AdvisoryBoot open warning light on
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryFront flexi brake hose at n/s cracking/splitting
    • AdvisoryFront tyre at o/s wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s front anti roll bar link rod
    • AdvisorySmall blow on exhaust at flexi joint
  8. Fail149,524 miles (+4,059)3 dangerous5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,524 miles
    Test number
    680719964527
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot open warning light on
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryFront flexi brake hose at n/s cracking/splitting
    • AdvisoryFront tyre at o/s wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s front anti roll bar link rod
    • AdvisorySmall blow on exhaust at flexi joint
  9. Pass145,465 miles (+149)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    145,465 miles
    Test number
    454232459794
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryFront tyre at n/s worn on inner edge will soon need changing
    • AdvisoryHeatshield above rear exhaust box insecure
    • AdvisorySmall blow on exhaust at flexi
  10. Fail145,316 miles (+6,058)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,316 miles
    Test number
    708448811711
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Main brake pipe down car?? (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryFront tyre at n/s worn on inner edge will soon need changing
    • AdvisoryHeatshield above rear exhaust box insecure
    • AdvisorySmall blow on exhaust at flexi
  11. Pass139,258 miles (+129)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    139,258 miles
    Test number
    265171478159
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryFront flexi brake hose splitting/cracking at n/s
    • AdvisoryFront tyre wearing on edges at n/s
  12. Fail139,129 miles (+6,946)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,129 miles
    Test number
    277051437462
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Rubber split (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryFront flexi brake hose splitting/cracking at n/s
    • AdvisoryFront tyre wearing on edges at n/s
  13. Pass132,183 miles (+368)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    132,183 miles
    Test number
    811756986285
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear shockers
    • AdvisoryFront flexi brake hose at n/s perishing/cracking
    • AdvisoryHeat shield above rear exhaust box insecure
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low?
    • AdvisorySmall blow on front exhaust pipe
  14. Fail131,815 miles (+6,584)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,815 miles
    Test number
    872929037201
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear outer sill jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front flexy brake hose cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewalls damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes and rear shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever high
  15. Pass125,231 miles (+5,724)6 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    125,231 miles
    Test number
    629221004417
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousN/s and o/s sills have light corrosion
    • DangerousPark brake effort only just met
  16. Pass119,507 miles (+6,574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    119,507 miles
    Test number
    456809904454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass112,933 miles (+9,179)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    112,933 miles
    Test number
    755021103307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass103,754 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    103,754 miles
    Test number
    867769752281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass101,074 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    101,074 miles
    Test number
    308495422157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail101,073 miles (+4,981)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,073 miles
    Test number
    648324122176
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass96,092 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    96,092 miles
    Test number
    685125241213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight damage to offside mirror glass
  22. Fail96,092 miles (+8,077)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,092 miles
    Test number
    495715841255
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight damage to offside mirror glass
  23. Pass88,015 miles (+11,100)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    88,015 miles
    Test number
    312596240466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass76,915 miles (+12,703)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    76,915 miles
    Test number
    671813739252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,212 miles (+11,509)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,212 miles
    Test number
    963284258249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass52,703 miles (+9,490)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    52,703 miles
    Test number
    360345437218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,213 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    43,213 miles
    Test number
    280187136273
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LF52 YWG

Does LF52 YWG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 YWG expired on 30 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 YWG?
The MOT on LF52 YWG expired on 30 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 YWG done?
LF52 YWG was recorded at 158,537 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2022, an average of 7,126 miles a year.
Has LF52 YWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 YWG has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 YWG 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 YWG find?
LF52 YWG passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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