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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LM52 MBUMOT history

LM52 MBU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 87,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LM52 MBU 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 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
87,844 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 MBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 MBU was last recorded at 87,844 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 2,205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Mar 2017: 10,075 miles, lower than 56,149 miles on 18 Mar 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,639 miles · 3 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2,205 miles
Average per year
3,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,844 miles
  • 2024 – 85,639 miles
  • 2023 – 79,911 miles
  • 2022 – 75,266 miles
  • 2021 – 74,190 miles
  • 2020 – 73,678 miles
  • 2019 – 69,421 miles
  • 2018 – 66,138 miles
  • 2017 – 60,461 miles
  • 2016 – 56,149 miles
  • 2015 – 53,113 miles
  • 2014 – 50,361 miles
  • 2013 – 47,617 miles
  • 2012 – 44,160 miles
  • 2011 – 41,911 miles
  • 2010 – 39,358 miles
  • 2009 – 37,221 miles
  • 2008 – 33,969 miles
  • 2007 – 30,376 miles
  • 2006 – 27,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,844 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE GETTING LOW

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • BOTH SILLS HAVE COVERS FITTED RESTRICTING VIEW

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • BRAKE PIPE CORRODING INTO FRONT O/S HOSE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • N/S FRONT TYRE HAS A SMALL CUT IN OUTER SIDEWALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • O/S SILL CORRODING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • SUSPENSION BUSHES PERISHING FRONT AND REAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,844 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    87,844 miles
    Test number
    988062598915
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail87,844 miles (+2,205)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,844 miles
    Test number
    311927492002
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass85,639 miles (+5,728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    85,639 miles
    Test number
    508673354663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass79,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    79,911 miles
    Test number
    294975799838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail79,911 miles (+4,645)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,911 miles
    Test number
    148495202913
    • 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))

  6. Pass75,266 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,266 miles
    Test number
    443639162004
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES ARE GETTING LOW
    • AdvisoryBOTH SILLS HAVE COVERS FITTED RESTRICTING VIEW
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PIPE CORRODING INTO FRONT O/S HOSE
    • AdvisoryN/S FRONT TYRE HAS A SMALL CUT IN OUTER SIDEWALL
    • AdvisoryO/S SILL CORRODING
    • AdvisorySUSPENSION BUSHES PERISHING FRONT AND REAR

  7. Fail75,266 miles (+1,076)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,266 miles
    Test number
    759798153527
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system INTO O/S REAR BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded INTO N/S REAR BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced JACKING / SILL AREA (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES ARE GETTING LOW
    • AdvisoryBOTH SILLS HAVE COVERS FITTED RESTRICTING VIEW
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PIPE CORRODING INTO FRONT O/S HOSE
    • AdvisoryN/S FRONT TYRE HAS A SMALL CUT IN OUTER SIDEWALL
    • AdvisoryO/S SILL CORRODING
    • AdvisorySUSPENSION BUSHES PERISHING FRONT AND REAR

  8. Pass74,190 miles (+512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,190 miles
    Test number
    109876347553
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass73,678 miles (+4,257)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,678 miles
    Test number
    368237651915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,421 miles (+3,283)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    69,421 miles
    Test number
    391086285051
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass66,138 miles (+5,677)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,138 miles
    Test number
    954235955667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,461 miles (+1,279)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    60,461 miles
    Test number
    791178595622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    59,182 miles
    Test number
    646494269965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail10,075 miles (-46,074)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,075 miles
    Test number
    142094452108
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  15. Pass56,149 miles (+3,036)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,149 miles
    Test number
    746607291413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,113 miles (+2,752)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,113 miles
    Test number
    708498275055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,361 miles (+2,744)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    50,361 miles
    Test number
    267213974065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,617 miles (+3,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    47,617 miles
    Test number
    639158473060
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass44,160 miles (+2,249)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,160 miles
    Test number
    207751832029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    41,911 miles
    Test number
    907837421081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,911 miles (+2,553)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,911 miles
    Test number
    728987721061
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  22. Pass39,358 miles (+2,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    39,358 miles
    Test number
    474466220021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass37,221 miles (+3,252)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,221 miles
    Test number
    592058529052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,969 miles (+3,593)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    33,969 miles
    Test number
    142746018481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,376 miles (+2,986)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    30,376 miles
    Test number
    353005107066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,390 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    27,390 miles
    Test number
    380971116019
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn to 3mm
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn to 2.5mm

Questions about LM52 MBU

Does LM52 MBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 MBU is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 MBU?
The MOT on LM52 MBU is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 MBU done?
LM52 MBU was recorded at 87,844 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 3,021 miles a year.
Has LM52 MBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 MBU has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 MBU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Mar 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 MBU find?
LM52 MBU passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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