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BMW 316

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

LM52 HVRMOT history

LM52 HVR is a green petrol BMW 316 first used on 30 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 7 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 41,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LM52 HVR green 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 7 Feb 2027
Mileage
41,669 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 HVR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 HVR was last recorded at 41,669 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 2,023 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,646 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,023 miles
Average per year
1,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,669 miles
  • 2025 – 39,646 miles
  • 2023 – 39,543 miles
  • 2022 – 39,471 miles
  • 2021 – 39,186 miles
  • 2020 – 38,810 miles
  • 2019 – 38,140 miles
  • 2018 – 36,425 miles
  • 2017 – 34,614 miles
  • 2016 – 33,383 miles
  • 2015 – 31,948 miles
  • 2014 – 29,944 miles
  • 2013 – 28,069 miles
  • 2012 – 25,992 miles
  • 2011 – 23,457 miles
  • 2010 – 21,754 miles
  • 2009 – 19,858 miles
  • 2008 – 17,248 miles
  • 2007 – 14,742 miles
  • 2006 – 12,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,669 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side indicators

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass41,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    41,669 miles
    Test number
    663732441846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail41,666 miles (+2,020)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,666 miles
    Test number
    987259450740
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass39,646 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    39,646 miles
    Test number
    918137032934
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both side indicators (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail39,630 miles (+87)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,630 miles
    Test number
    333261086372
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both side indicators (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass39,543 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    39,543 miles
    Test number
    704533930255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass39,471 miles (+285)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    39,471 miles
    Test number
    519878693671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,186 miles (+376)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    39,186 miles
    Test number
    638099867518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass38,810 miles (+670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    38,810 miles
    Test number
    569666536028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin very strong advisory !!! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass38,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    38,140 miles
    Test number
    633544385261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail38,140 miles (+1,715)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,140 miles
    Test number
    816319128032
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass36,425 miles (+1,811)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    36,425 miles
    Test number
    297689492745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,614 miles (+1,231)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    34,614 miles
    Test number
    146204680964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,383 miles (+1,435)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    33,383 miles
    Test number
    413757990025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,948 miles (+2,004)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    31,948 miles
    Test number
    368411018512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,944 miles (+1,875)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    29,944 miles
    Test number
    415673624444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,069 miles (+2,077)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    28,069 miles
    Test number
    675019713380
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass25,992 miles (+2,535)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    25,992 miles
    Test number
    779847312372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,457 miles (+1,703)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    23,457 miles
    Test number
    657862621384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,754 miles (+1,896)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    21,754 miles
    Test number
    321819500357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail19,858 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,858 miles
    Test number
    584861439350
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  21. Pass19,858 miles (+2,610)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    19,858 miles
    Test number
    974831839341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,248 miles (+2,506)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    17,248 miles
    Test number
    283195218335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,742 miles (+2,136)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    14,742 miles
    Test number
    734147317326
    • NoteEngine top covrer fitted.
    • NoteFull engine tray fitted.
  24. Pass12,606 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    12,606 miles
    Test number
    460989236331
    • NoteFull engine tray fitted.

Questions about LM52 HVR

Does LM52 HVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 HVR is valid until 7 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 HVR?
The MOT on LM52 HVR is valid until 7 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 HVR done?
LM52 HVR was recorded at 41,669 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 1,520 miles a year.
Has LM52 HVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 HVR has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 HVR 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 HVR find?
LM52 HVR passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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