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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

LL52 HDAMOT history

LL52 HDA is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 88,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

LL52 HDA 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 27 Oct 2027
Mileage
88,586 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL52 HDA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL52 HDA was last recorded at 88,586 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,542 miles · 12 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
3,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,586 miles
  • 2025 – 86,646 miles
  • 2024 – 83,829 miles
  • 2023 – 82,099 miles
  • 2022 – 76,080 miles
  • 2021 – 61,135 miles
  • 2020 – 56,481 miles
  • 2019 – 53,391 miles
  • 2018 – 51,893 miles
  • 2017 – 50,020 miles
  • 2016 – 48,448 miles
  • 2015 – 47,381 miles
  • 2014 – 45,546 miles
  • 2013 – 43,301 miles
  • 2012 – 40,392 miles
  • 2011 – 37,849 miles
  • 2010 – 34,477 miles
  • 2009 – 31,510 miles
  • 2008 – 27,891 miles
  • 2007 – 21,492 miles
  • 2006 – 17,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,586 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,586 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    88,586 miles
    Test number
    915165885534
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  2. Fail88,542 miles (+1,896)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,542 miles
    Test number
    725489709320
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working SIDE LIGHT (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  3. Pass86,646 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    86,646 miles
    Test number
    856723300990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail86,631 miles (+2,802)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,631 miles
    Test number
    596586459245
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass83,829 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    83,829 miles
    Test number
    538221328989
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail83,829 miles (+1,730)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,829 miles
    Test number
    387545715102
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass82,099 miles (+6,019)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    82,099 miles
    Test number
    610949992487
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass76,080 miles (+14,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    76,080 miles
    Test number
    957776438039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass61,135 miles (+4,654)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    61,135 miles
    Test number
    823414950264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,481 miles (+3,090)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    56,481 miles
    Test number
    338659481988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,391 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,391 miles
    Test number
    151333251754
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail53,391 miles (+1,498)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,391 miles
    Test number
    187770902955
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass51,893 miles (+1,873)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    51,893 miles
    Test number
    157090289997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,020 miles (+1,572)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,020 miles
    Test number
    117470342364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,448 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    48,448 miles
    Test number
    725073279536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,381 miles (+1,835)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    47,381 miles
    Test number
    525449205240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,546 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    45,546 miles
    Test number
    399440914476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail45,542 miles (+2,241)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,542 miles
    Test number
    558299204242
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass43,301 miles (+2,909)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    43,301 miles
    Test number
    298296803238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,392 miles (+2,543)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    40,392 miles
    Test number
    519295832288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,849 miles (+3,372)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    37,849 miles
    Test number
    449544421283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,477 miles (+2,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    34,477 miles
    Test number
    303550930297
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass31,510 miles (+3,619)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    31,510 miles
    Test number
    350813029430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    27,891 miles
    Test number
    162203138286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,891 miles (+6,399)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,891 miles
    Test number
    663292638209
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s front outer lens broken.

  26. Pass21,492 miles (+4,141)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    21,492 miles
    Test number
    371819627284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    17,351 miles
    Test number
    123620536240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL52 HDA

Does LL52 HDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL52 HDA is valid until 27 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL52 HDA?
The MOT on LL52 HDA is valid until 27 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL52 HDA done?
LL52 HDA was recorded at 88,586 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 3,534 miles a year.
Has LL52 HDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL52 HDA has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LL52 HDA 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 LL52 HDA find?
LL52 HDA passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration.

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