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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LM52 XEYMOT history

LM52 XEY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 178,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2025.

LM52 XEY blue 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 13 Sept 2026
Mileage
178,370 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XEY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XEY was last recorded at 178,370 miles on 14 Sept 2025, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,313 miles · 13 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
6,594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 178,370 miles
  • 2022 – 173,242 miles
  • 2021 – 172,893 miles
  • 2019 – 171,737 miles
  • 2018 – 168,681 miles
  • 2017 – 162,640 miles
  • 2016 – 158,411 miles
  • 2015 – 152,028 miles
  • 2014 – 149,630 miles
  • 2013 – 145,146 miles
  • 2012 – 141,836 miles
  • 2011 – 132,148 miles
  • 2010 – 117,117 miles
  • 2009 – 100,383 miles
  • 2008 – 83,859 miles
  • 2007 – 66,338 miles
  • 2006 – 48,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,370 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear bumper insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass178,370 miles (+57)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    178,370 miles
    Test number
    671862837242
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail178,313 miles (+5,071)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,313 miles
    Test number
    434073415429
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass173,242 miles (+349)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    173,242 miles
    Test number
    564304752633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass172,893 miles (+1,156)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    172,893 miles
    Test number
    676480435531
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass171,737 miles (+3,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    171,737 miles
    Test number
    574994302386
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass168,681 miles (+6,041)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    168,681 miles
    Test number
    118443484166
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEAR BOX (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))

  7. Pass162,640 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    162,640 miles
    Test number
    479508854301
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper insecure

  8. Fail162,635 miles10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,635 miles
    Test number
    649746761293
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 places (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWipers not tested

  9. Fail162,635 miles (+4,224)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,635 miles
    Test number
    523969053721
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 places (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWipers not tested

  10. Pass158,411 miles (+6,383)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    158,411 miles
    Test number
    880542917048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil Nearside front (2.7.3)

  11. Pass152,028 miles (+2,398)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    152,028 miles
    Test number
    268450225273
    • NoteCut in outer sidewall of o/s/f tyre
    • NoteLarge cut in outer sidewall of n/s/f tyre
    • NoteN/s/f flexi brake hose slightly perished
    • NoteN/s/f shock absorber slightly damp
    • NoteN/s/r brake pipe corroded
    • NoteO/s/r brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  12. Pass149,630 miles (+4,484)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    149,630 miles
    Test number
    268008854061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass145,146 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    145,146 miles
    Test number
    125053943004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  14. Fail145,142 miles (+3,306)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,142 miles
    Test number
    287162043052
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  15. Pass141,836 miles (+9,688)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    141,836 miles
    Test number
    999732812068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass132,148 miles (+15,031)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    132,148 miles
    Test number
    105435721466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass117,117 miles (+389)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    117,117 miles
    Test number
    432188420031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail116,728 miles (+16,345)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,728 miles
    Test number
    473841820074
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • NoteOff side front tyre side wall damaged and wheel

  19. Fail100,383 miles1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,383 miles
    Test number
    414380839046
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront jacking blocks missing

  20. Pass100,383 miles (+16,524)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    100,383 miles
    Test number
    590490939095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront jacking blocks missing

  21. Fail83,859 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,859 miles
    Test number
    471330938042
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass83,859 miles (+17,521)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    83,859 miles
    Test number
    743570038010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass66,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    66,338 miles
    Test number
    622463547003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail66,339 miles (+17,340)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,339 miles
    Test number
    173563847060
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass48,999 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    48,999 miles
    Test number
    253611336033
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in tyre
    • NoteNearside front wishbone's rear bush splitting,

Questions about LM52 XEY

Does LM52 XEY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 XEY expired on 13 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XEY?
The MOT on LM52 XEY expired on 13 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 XEY done?
LM52 XEY was recorded at 178,370 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2025, an average of 6,594 miles a year.
Has LM52 XEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XEY has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 XEY 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 XEY find?
LM52 XEY passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2025 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; fuel pipe/s corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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