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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LM52 LDXMOT history

LM52 LDX is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 137,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

LM52 LDX silver 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 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
137,068 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 LDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 LDX was last recorded at 137,068 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 1,676 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,392 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,676 miles
Average per year
5,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,068 miles
  • 2024 – 135,392 miles
  • 2023 – 133,188 miles
  • 2022 – 130,230 miles
  • 2021 – 128,549 miles
  • 2020 – 126,850 miles
  • 2019 – 126,542 miles
  • 2018 – 124,265 miles
  • 2017 – 121,604 miles
  • 2016 – 119,049 miles
  • 2015 – 113,959 miles
  • 2014 – 104,422 miles
  • 2013 – 96,036 miles
  • 2012 – 84,735 miles
  • 2010 – 72,567 miles
  • 2008 – 55,174 miles
  • 2007 – 49,112 miles
  • 2006 – 40,557 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,068 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material very slight . (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,068 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    137,068 miles
    Test number
    261980090687
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material very slight . (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail137,068 miles (+1,676)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,068 miles
    Test number
    563758020231
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material very slight . (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake waring light on

  3. Pass135,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    135,392 miles
    Test number
    128352783449
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail135,392 miles (+2,204)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,392 miles
    Test number
    419365736251
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass133,188 miles (+2,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,188 miles
    Test number
    971849308474
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass130,230 miles (+1,681)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,230 miles
    Test number
    745064241698
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass128,549 miles (+19)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    128,549 miles
    Test number
    232918024469
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail128,530 miles (+1,680)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,530 miles
    Test number
    826717729416
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass126,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    126,850 miles
    Test number
    646047546543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail126,850 miles (+308)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,850 miles
    Test number
    457107922669
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass126,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    126,542 miles
    Test number
    788236728489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail126,542 miles (+2,277)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,542 miles
    Test number
    585519528745
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass124,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    124,265 miles
    Test number
    805344275837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail124,265 miles (+2,661)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,265 miles
    Test number
    171482828049
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass121,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    121,604 miles
    Test number
    853490154520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail121,604 miles (+2,555)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,604 miles
    Test number
    852905623297
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass119,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    119,049 miles
    Test number
    873050746611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail119,049 miles (+5,090)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,049 miles
    Test number
    415744339897
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  19. Pass113,959 miles (+9,537)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    113,959 miles
    Test number
    330749038205
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre starting to perish
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  20. Pass104,422 miles (+8,386)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    104,422 miles
    Test number
    146722374202
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass96,036 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    96,036 miles
    Test number
    806693583271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail96,036 miles (+11,301)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,036 miles
    Test number
    808773583274
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass84,735 miles (+12,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    84,735 miles
    Test number
    285328172105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass72,567 miles (+17,393)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    72,567 miles
    Test number
    770017440369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,174 miles (+6,062)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    55,174 miles
    Test number
    190732938389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass49,112 miles (+8,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    49,112 miles
    Test number
    371065657330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass40,557 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,557 miles
    Test number
    802567126366
    • NoteBrake pads all round very low change them

  28. Fail40,557 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,557 miles
    Test number
    934647726341
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBrake pads all round very low change them

Questions about LM52 LDX

Does LM52 LDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 LDX is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM52 LDX?
The MOT on LM52 LDX is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 LDX done?
LM52 LDX was recorded at 137,068 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 5,093 miles a year.
Has LM52 LDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 LDX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 LDX 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 LDX find?
LM52 LDX passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside.; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material very slight ..

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