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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

LM52 HVXMOT history

LM52 HVX is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 178,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2022.

LM52 HVX 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 4 Mar 2023
Mileage
178,572 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 HVX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 HVX was last recorded at 178,572 miles on 5 Mar 2022, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,558 miles · 23 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
9,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 178,572 miles
  • 2020 – 165,641 miles
  • 2019 – 143,384 miles
  • 2018 – 133,356 miles
  • 2017 – 124,556 miles
  • 2016 – 112,950 miles
  • 2015 – 102,137 miles
  • 2014 – 91,494 miles
  • 2013 – 81,346 miles
  • 2012 – 70,110 miles
  • 2011 – 59,032 miles
  • 2010 – 50,189 miles
  • 2009 – 45,307 miles
  • 2007 – 36,006 miles
  • 2006 – 27,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,572 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass178,572 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    178,572 miles
    Test number
    128302965350
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail178,558 miles (+12,917)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,558 miles
    Test number
    356809609329
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass165,641 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    165,641 miles
    Test number
    708465504483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail165,639 miles (+22,255)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,639 miles
    Test number
    718275328193
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass143,384 miles (+10,028)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    143,384 miles
    Test number
    681236832722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,356 miles (+8,800)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    133,356 miles
    Test number
    471124054149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,556 miles (+11,606)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    124,556 miles
    Test number
    600227000809
    • AdvisoryOil leak slght
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  8. Pass112,950 miles (+360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    112,950 miles
    Test number
    517643005454
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail112,590 miles (+10,453)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,590 miles
    Test number
    638045890579
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass102,137 miles (+10,643)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    102,137 miles
    Test number
    228905195403
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass91,494 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,494 miles
    Test number
    239180494413
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail91,489 miles (+10,143)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,489 miles
    Test number
    226788284148
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass81,346 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,346 miles
    Test number
    205903193442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail81,346 miles (+11,236)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,346 miles
    Test number
    586193093112
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass70,110 miles (+11,078)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    70,110 miles
    Test number
    707196192141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,032 miles (+8,843)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    59,032 miles
    Test number
    448383991146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,189 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    50,189 miles
    Test number
    460353600201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  18. Fail50,189 miles (+4,882)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,189 miles
    Test number
    780133500256
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  19. Pass45,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    45,307 miles
    Test number
    243827899259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    931862808388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass36,006 miles (+8,561)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    36,006 miles
    Test number
    342620807310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,445 miles
    Test number
    263624406399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 HVX

Does LM52 HVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 HVX expired on 4 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 HVX?
The MOT on LM52 HVX expired on 4 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 HVX done?
LM52 HVX was recorded at 178,572 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2022, an average of 9,850 miles a year.
Has LM52 HVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 HVX has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LM52 HVX 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 HVX find?
LM52 HVX passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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