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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LM52 CYTMOT history

LM52 CYT is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 138,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LM52 CYT grey 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 May 2026
Mileage
138,654 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 CYT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM52 CYT was last recorded at 138,654 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 8,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,313 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,341 miles
Average per year
5,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,654 miles
  • 2025 – 130,313 miles
  • 2024 – 124,918 miles
  • 2023 – 122,184 miles
  • 2022 – 119,234 miles
  • 2021 – 116,251 miles
  • 2020 – 115,524 miles
  • 2019 – 112,243 miles
  • 2018 – 110,724 miles
  • 2017 – 108,864 miles
  • 2016 – 106,353 miles
  • 2015 – 98,683 miles
  • 2014 – 87,899 miles
  • 2013 – 80,776 miles
  • 2012 – 72,382 miles
  • 2011 – 63,713 miles
  • 2010 – 56,980 miles
  • 2009 – 46,777 miles
  • 2008 – 36,558 miles
  • 2007 – 27,152 miles
  • 2006 – 22,539 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,654 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Split 255 35 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Wing sharp in places (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced In 2 places (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Bulb also missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine has a miss fire
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber shaft very thin

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside rear number plate lens is missing, Still works all ok at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail138,654 miles (+8,341)1 dangerous9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,654 miles
    Test number
    673972780436
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Split 255 35 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Wing sharp in places (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced In 2 places (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Bulb also missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine has a miss fire
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber shaft very thin

  2. Pass130,313 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    130,313 miles
    Test number
    500674460002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear jacking point starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arch's corroding

  3. Fail130,312 miles (+5,394)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,312 miles
    Test number
    231257292492
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear jacking point starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arch's corroding

  4. Pass124,918 miles (+11)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    124,918 miles
    Test number
    432278272016
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail124,907 miles (+2,723)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,907 miles
    Test number
    677269628438
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass122,184 miles (+2,950)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    122,184 miles
    Test number
    971773844279
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre flat and sidewall soft
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seat belt slow to retract

  7. Pass119,234 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,234 miles
    Test number
    544178564192
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources and lens missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail119,234 miles (+2,983)1 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,234 miles
    Test number
    192845247527
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources and lens missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass116,251 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    116,251 miles
    Test number
    868314407546
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail116,251 miles (+727)2 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,251 miles
    Test number
    682694200258
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass115,524 miles (+46)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    115,524 miles
    Test number
    637709931375
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear number plate lens is missing, Still works all ok at time of test

  12. Fail115,478 miles (+3,235)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,478 miles
    Test number
    510033217228
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear number plate lens is missing, Still works all ok at time of test

  13. Pass112,243 miles (+1,519)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    112,243 miles
    Test number
    930248681379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass110,724 miles (+1,860)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    110,724 miles
    Test number
    640360334072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass108,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    108,864 miles
    Test number
    830684223109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail108,864 miles (+2,511)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,864 miles
    Test number
    244513691513
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass106,353 miles (+21)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    106,353 miles
    Test number
    138253501569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush knocking under braking (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush knocking under braking (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine area's

  18. Fail106,332 miles (+7,649)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,332 miles
    Test number
    553685462161
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush knocking under braking (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush knocking under braking (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine area's

  19. Pass98,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,683 miles
    Test number
    589195865019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail98,683 miles (+10,784)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,683 miles
    Test number
    545105865061
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass87,899 miles (+7,123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    87,899 miles
    Test number
    126727854019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass80,776 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    80,776 miles
    Test number
    296767763014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail80,776 miles (+8,394)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,776 miles
    Test number
    945957363049
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass72,382 miles (+8,669)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    72,382 miles
    Test number
    558408542061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass63,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    63,713 miles
    Test number
    745665241037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail63,713 miles (+6,733)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,713 miles
    Test number
    905815141044
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  27. Pass56,980 miles (+10,203)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,980 miles
    Test number
    102367140457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass46,777 miles (+10,219)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,777 miles
    Test number
    150117049408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass36,558 miles (+9,406)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,558 miles
    Test number
    964273248036
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight damage on outer sidewall.

  30. Pass27,152 miles (+4,613)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    27,152 miles
    Test number
    183275467405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass22,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,539 miles
    Test number
    480099566007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 CYT

Does LM52 CYT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 CYT expired on 1 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 CYT?
The MOT on LM52 CYT expired on 1 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 CYT done?
LM52 CYT was recorded at 138,654 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 5,768 miles a year.
Has LM52 CYT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 CYT has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 CYT 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 CYT find?
LM52 CYT failed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear inner tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split 255 35 18; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 10 more.

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