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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LM52 XKNMOT history

LM52 XKN is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 78,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2024.

LM52 XKN black 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 3 Sept 2025
Mileage
78,961 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XKN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XKN was last recorded at 78,961 miles on 4 Sept 2024, 7,164 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,797 miles · 1 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
7,164 miles
Average per year
3,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 78,961 miles
  • 2023 – 71,797 miles
  • 2022 – 65,224 miles
  • 2021 – 64,759 miles
  • 2020 – 64,329 miles
  • 2019 – 62,867 miles
  • 2018 – 60,171 miles
  • 2016 – 58,421 miles
  • 2015 – 56,404 miles
  • 2014 – 51,936 miles
  • 2013 – 48,575 miles
  • 2012 – 46,340 miles
  • 2011 – 42,188 miles
  • 2010 – 39,138 miles
  • 2009 – 34,493 miles
  • 2008 – 29,210 miles
  • 2007 – 23,019 miles
  • 2006 – 16,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,961 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted

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.

  • Bike rack obstructing the registration plate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,961 miles (+7,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,961 miles
    Test number
    242909603326
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and sill covers fitted

  2. Pass71,797 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    71,797 miles
    Test number
    131598745722
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail71,796 miles (+6,572)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,796 miles
    Test number
    918567505367
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass65,224 miles (+465)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    65,224 miles
    Test number
    522647684888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass64,759 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    64,759 miles
    Test number
    646242342641
    • AdvisoryBike rack obstructing the registration plate

  6. Fail64,759 miles (+10)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,759 miles
    Test number
    618559240691
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective offside and nearside (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBike rack obstructing the registration plate

  7. Fail64,749 miles (+420)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,749 miles
    Test number
    438528396316
    • DangerousBoth sides parking brake has poor performance
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre nail in outer shoulder
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking in between tread blocks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass64,329 miles (+1,462)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    64,329 miles
    Test number
    328680630501
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass62,867 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    62,867 miles
    Test number
    505418707915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,865 miles (+2,694)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,865 miles
    Test number
    244805726297
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass60,171 miles (+1,750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    60,171 miles
    Test number
    615090257900
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass58,421 miles (+2,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    58,421 miles
    Test number
    673530862783
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake flex cracked & perished up.
    • AdvisoryNearside front suspension anti roll bar link balljoint boot damage.

  13. Pass56,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    56,404 miles
    Test number
    602031930398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,404 miles (+4,468)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,404 miles
    Test number
    111593579665
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  15. Pass51,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    51,936 miles
    Test number
    149855124331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,936 miles (+3,361)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,936 miles
    Test number
    829945724327
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass48,575 miles (+2,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    48,575 miles
    Test number
    106645053301
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass46,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    46,340 miles
    Test number
    967552652258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,335 miles (+4,147)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,335 miles
    Test number
    959042152254
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass42,188 miles (+3,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    42,188 miles
    Test number
    668947731232
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass39,138 miles (+4,645)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    39,138 miles
    Test number
    284385240228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,493 miles (+5,283)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    34,493 miles
    Test number
    113183339284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,210 miles (+6,191)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    29,210 miles
    Test number
    911306538226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,019 miles (+6,427)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    23,019 miles
    Test number
    130095937227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,592 miles (+2,908)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,592 miles
    Test number
    361180336243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass13,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    13,684 miles
    Test number
    623846616080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 XKN

Does LM52 XKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 XKN expired on 3 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XKN?
The MOT on LM52 XKN expired on 3 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 XKN done?
LM52 XKN was recorded at 78,961 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2024, an average of 3,503 miles a year.
Has LM52 XKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XKN has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LM52 XKN 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 XKN find?
LM52 XKN passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2024 with 2 advisories: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s; under tray and sill covers fitted.

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