
BMW 3 Series
Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc
LM52 NKFMOT history
LM52 NKF is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 202,142 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 24 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 202,142 mi
- At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 30
- 19 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 8,455 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LM52 NKF
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,979 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 30 Dec 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 8 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LM52 NKF was last recorded at 202,142 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 202,132 miles · 1 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 10 miles
- Average per year
- 8,455 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 202,142 miles
- 2024 – 201,277 miles
- 2023 – 199,154 miles
- 2022 – 194,722 miles
- 2021 – 188,984 miles
- 2020 – 185,655 miles
- 2019 – 182,797 miles
- 2018 – 178,656 miles
- 2017 – 172,705 miles
- 2015 – 166,226 miles
- 2014 – 158,187 miles
- 2013 – 140,267 miles
- 2012 – 127,563 miles
- 2011 – 113,182 miles
- 2010 – 97,540 miles
- 2009 – 88,295 miles
- 2008 – 76,807 miles
- 2007 – 59,597 miles
- 2006 – 35,805 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryFront Nearside and offside Bumper corner mountings defectiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024
Front Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
30 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass202,142 miles (+10)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 202,142 miles
- Test number
- 179473054950
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Nearside and offside Bumper corner mountings defective
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail202,132 miles (+855)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 202,132 miles
- Test number
- 386741505667
- DangerousRear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Nearside and offside Bumper corner mountings defective
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
Pass201,277 miles1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 201,277 miles
- Test number
- 160267632179
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVarious general corrosion build up on the surface underneath of the vehicle, however structural rigidity not significantly reduced
Fail201,277 miles (+2,123)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 201,277 miles
- Test number
- 313365917668
- Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVarious general corrosion build up on the surface underneath of the vehicle, however structural rigidity not significantly reduced
Pass199,154 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 199,154 miles
- Test number
- 810342949934
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Corrosion building up underneath of the vehicle
Fail199,154 miles (+4,432)1 repaired8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 199,154 miles
- Test number
- 426285917482
- Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Corrosion building up underneath of the vehicle
Pass194,722 miles (+13)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 194,722 miles
- Test number
- 287042144941
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Offside and Nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail194,709 miles (+5,725)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 194,709 miles
- Test number
- 618418774107
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Offside and Nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass188,984 miles (+3,329)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 188,984 miles
- Test number
- 981758938457
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass185,655 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 185,655 miles
- Test number
- 949849690677
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail185,655 miles (+2,858)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 185,655 miles
- Test number
- 246531883716
- Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass182,797 miles (+49)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 182,797 miles
- Test number
- 742467314477
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail182,748 miles (+4,092)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 182,748 miles
- Test number
- 452036150459
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Air bag lihat (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass178,656 miles (+1)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 178,656 miles
- Test number
- 754079256269
- 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))
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail178,655 miles (+5,950)3 dangerous6 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 178,655 miles
- Test number
- 266440301198
- DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass172,705 miles (+6,479)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 172,705 miles
- Test number
- 380097194865
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass166,226 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 166,226 miles
- Test number
- 735659735264
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteOffside front tyre damaged round outer edge
Fail166,226 miles (+8,039)2 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 166,226 miles
- Test number
- 457338735205
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteOffside front tyre damaged round outer edge
Pass158,187 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 158,187 miles
- Test number
- 595301044267
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Fail158,187 miles (+17,920)4 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,187 miles
- Test number
- 279291244284
- FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass140,267 miles (+12,704)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 140,267 miles
- Test number
- 705053673176
- NoteNearside rear handbrake shoes worn
Pass127,563 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 127,563 miles
- Test number
- 687855572188
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail127,563 miles (+14,381)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,563 miles
- Test number
- 295585172466
- FailureNearside Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Fail113,182 miles1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,182 miles
- Test number
- 245816671165
- Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
Pass113,182 miles (+15,642)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 113,182 miles
- Test number
- 255316671406
- AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
Pass97,540 miles (+9,245)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 97,540 miles
- Test number
- 124545750100
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass88,295 miles (+11,488)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2010
- Odometer
- 88,295 miles
- Test number
- 582888049194
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass76,807 miles (+17,210)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 76,807 miles
- Test number
- 833871928139
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass59,597 miles (+23,792)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 59,597 miles
- Test number
- 270881167079
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,805 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 35,805 miles
- Test number
- 871036866090
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LM52 NKF
- Does LM52 NKF currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 NKF is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LM52 NKF?
- The MOT on LM52 NKF is valid until 24 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 NKF done?
- LM52 NKF was recorded at 202,142 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 8,455 miles a year.
- Has LM52 NKF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LM52 NKF has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2025.
- Has the mileage on LM52 NKF 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 NKF find?
- LM52 NKF passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside; front nearside and offside bumper corner mountings defective; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside, and 6 more.
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