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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LF52 YXWMOT history

LF52 YXW is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2013 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 246,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

LF52 YXW 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 18 Jan 2013
Mileage
246,197 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 YXW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2013
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF52 YXW was last recorded at 246,197 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 5,103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2012.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
241,094 miles · 19 Jan 2012
Between the last two tests
5,103 miles
Average per year
6,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 246,197 miles
  • 2012 – 241,094 miles
  • 2011 – 233,329 miles
  • 2010 – 229,392 miles
  • 2009 – 211,667 miles
  • 2008 – 182,524 miles
  • 2007 – 149,547 miles
  • 2006 – 107,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail246,197 miles
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryHydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened all (1.1.16 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

10 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail246,197 miles (+5,103)7 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,197 miles
    Test number
    803184345019
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened all (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass241,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    241,094 miles
    Test number
    437769312006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail241,094 miles (+7,765)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,094 miles
    Test number
    416647212078
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  4. Pass233,329 miles (+3,937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    233,329 miles
    Test number
    517499121090
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  5. Pass229,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    229,392 miles
    Test number
    162651540060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail229,392 miles (+17,725)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,392 miles
    Test number
    402761340072
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  7. Pass211,667 miles (+29,143)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    211,667 miles
    Test number
    524549649062
    • NoteFront & rear brake disc pads - wear appear low.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre ON legal limit.

  8. Pass182,524 miles (+32,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    182,524 miles
    Test number
    101741658092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass149,547 miles (+41,886)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    149,547 miles
    Test number
    710890657041
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear parking brake operation "noisy".

  10. Pass107,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    107,661 miles
    Test number
    834772656062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 YXW

Does LF52 YXW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 YXW expired on 18 Jan 2013, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 YXW?
The MOT on LF52 YXW expired on 18 Jan 2013. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 YXW done?
LF52 YXW was recorded at 246,197 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 6,782 miles a year.
Has LF52 YXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 YXW has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 YXW 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 YXW find?
LF52 YXW failed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 7 major defects and 11 advisories: brake performance unable to be tested; front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid; nearside brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, and 15 more.

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