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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LF52 YYKMOT history

LF52 YYK is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 162,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2025.

LF52 YYK 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 1 Oct 2026
Mileage
162,441 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 YYK
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
6 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 YYK was last recorded at 162,441 miles on 2 Oct 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jul 2008: 68,112 miles, lower than 81,531 miles on 1 Aug 2007.
  • 1 Aug 2009: 81,427 miles, lower than 98,112 miles on 29 Jul 2008.
  • 8 Aug 2024: 161,346 miles, lower than 161,366 miles on 14 May 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
162,436 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,441 miles
  • 2024 – 161,346 miles
  • 2023 – 160,520 miles
  • 2022 – 158,603 miles
  • 2021 – 151,535 miles
  • 2020 – 148,717 miles
  • 2019 – 144,072 miles
  • 2018 – 139,814 miles
  • 2017 – 130,720 miles
  • 2016 – 129,718 miles
  • 2015 – 122,011 miles
  • 2013 – 120,863 miles
  • 2012 – 110,836 miles
  • 2011 – 102,478 miles
  • 2010 – 88,233 miles
  • 2009 – 81,427 miles
  • 2008 – 98,112 miles
  • 2007 – 81,531 miles
  • 2006 – 61,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,441 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join to front pipes (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded but ok at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage rack area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass162,441 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    162,441 miles
    Test number
    298734196225
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join to front pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded but ok at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail162,436 miles (+1,090)3 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,436 miles
    Test number
    581222036755
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join to front pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded but ok at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass161,346 miles (-20)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    161,346 miles
    Test number
    716199076523
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage rack area (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail161,366 miles (+846)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,366 miles
    Test number
    749737206232
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases were tail pipes been fitted (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid screen wash full (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage rack area (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass160,520 miles (+5)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    160,520 miles
    Test number
    690723289671
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked, perished and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and cracked/perished and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail160,515 miles (+1,912)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,515 miles
    Test number
    199633532285
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up wrong side (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened bent and fowling against arb (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked/perished, bald inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and cracked/perished, bald inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass158,603 miles (+7,068)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    158,603 miles
    Test number
    203808382947
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass151,535 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    151,535 miles
    Test number
    882302940897
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail151,531 miles (+2,814)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,531 miles
    Test number
    735870019637
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass148,717 miles (+4,645)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    148,717 miles
    Test number
    685497610617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass144,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    144,072 miles
    Test number
    521182028184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail144,072 miles (+4,258)3 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,072 miles
    Test number
    148045746500
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass139,814 miles (+9,094)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    139,814 miles
    Test number
    583883166848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass130,720 miles (+1,002)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    130,720 miles
    Test number
    507970204532
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  15. Pass129,718 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    129,718 miles
    Test number
    940860959903
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail129,714 miles (+7,703)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,714 miles
    Test number
    285481085135
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended lower suspension arm rear bush (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass122,011 miles (+1,148)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    122,011 miles
    Test number
    445918575055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass120,863 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    120,863 miles
    Test number
    917451133394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail120,863 miles (+10,027)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,863 miles
    Test number
    506870533377
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass110,836 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    110,836 miles
    Test number
    868701002266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad light on
    • NoteRear strength bar slight distorted

  21. Fail110,830 miles (+8,352)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,830 miles
    Test number
    665311002222
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad light on
    • NoteRear strength bar slight distorted

  22. Pass102,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    102,478 miles
    Test number
    587044711296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail102,478 miles (+14,245)1 failure3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,478 miles
    Test number
    385243511228
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass88,233 miles (+6,806)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    88,233 miles
    Test number
    322299700448
    • NoteL/h/f and o/s/r tyres bald on inner edges
    • NoteL/h/f lower ball joint boot split and joint showing signs of wear

  25. Fail81,427 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,427 miles
    Test number
    372753419438
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass81,427 miles (-16,685)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    81,427 miles
    Test number
    574873119258
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Fail98,112 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,112 miles
    Test number
    273461318285
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass68,112 miles (-13,419)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,112 miles
    Test number
    880351818211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass81,531 miles (+20,214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    81,531 miles
    Test number
    730883717217
    • 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)

  30. Pass61,317 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    61,317 miles
    Test number
    931086956133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LF52 YYK

Does LF52 YYK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 YYK expired on 1 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 YYK?
The MOT on LF52 YYK expired on 1 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 YYK done?
LF52 YYK was recorded at 162,441 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2025, an average of 5,232 miles a year.
Has LF52 YYK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 YYK has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LF52 YYK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 29 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 YYK find?
LF52 YYK passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join to front pipes; offside front wing corroded but ok at time of test, and 2 more.

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