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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 3,246 cc

LM52 CYLMOT history

LM52 CYL is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 9 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2025 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 29,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2024.

LM52 CYL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2025
Mileage
29,281 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2024
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 CYL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2025
Latest MOT test
29 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 CYL was last recorded at 29,281 miles on 29 May 2024, 189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,092 miles · 27 May 2022
Between the last two tests
189 miles
Average per year
938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 29,281 miles
  • 2022 – 29,092 miles
  • 2020 – 28,637 miles
  • 2018 – 27,805 miles
  • 2017 – 27,110 miles
  • 2015 – 26,256 miles
  • 2012 – 25,877 miles
  • 2011 – 25,065 miles
  • 2010 – 23,754 miles
  • 2009 – 21,895 miles
  • 2008 – 19,510 miles
  • 2007 – 17,665 miles
  • 2006 – 12,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,281 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,281 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    29,281 miles
    Test number
    730419260693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle
  2. Fail29,281 miles (+189)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,281 miles
    Test number
    164411441815
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle
  3. Pass29,092 miles (+455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    29,092 miles
    Test number
    502383301140
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass28,637 miles (+832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    28,637 miles
    Test number
    740841929235
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
  5. Pass27,805 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    27,805 miles
    Test number
    294052696467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail27,793 miles (+683)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,793 miles
    Test number
    213052635117
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass27,110 miles (+854)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    27,110 miles
    Test number
    985630702192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,256 miles (+379)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    26,256 miles
    Test number
    856756435119
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edge
    • NoteScrew in off side front tyre
  9. Pass25,877 miles (+812)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    25,877 miles
    Test number
    445803142416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass25,065 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    25,065 miles
    Test number
    358901741314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass23,754 miles (+1,859)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    23,754 miles
    Test number
    431105050393
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low outer edge
  12. Pass21,895 miles (+2,385)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    21,895 miles
    Test number
    951762759331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,510 miles (+1,845)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    19,510 miles
    Test number
    424837358389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass17,665 miles (+1,966)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    17,665 miles
    Test number
    924505657366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass15,699 miles (+3,663)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    15,699 miles
    Test number
    313007717058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass12,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    12,036 miles
    Test number
    112651316495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 CYL

Does LM52 CYL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 CYL expired on 28 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 CYL?
The MOT on LM52 CYL expired on 28 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 CYL done?
LM52 CYL was recorded at 29,281 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2024, an average of 938 miles a year.
Has LM52 CYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 CYL has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 CYL 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 LM52 CYL find?
LM52 CYL passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

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