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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LM52 XKSMOT history

LM52 XKS is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 102,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2023.

LM52 XKS grey 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 18 Feb 2024
Mileage
102,284 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XKS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XKS was last recorded at 102,284 miles on 4 Feb 2023, 360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,924 miles · 19 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
360 miles
Average per year
4,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 102,284 miles
  • 2022 – 101,924 miles
  • 2021 – 101,883 miles
  • 2020 – 101,777 miles
  • 2019 – 101,024 miles
  • 2018 – 99,288 miles
  • 2017 – 98,956 miles
  • 2016 – 89,631 miles
  • 2015 – 77,914 miles
  • 2014 – 71,393 miles
  • 2013 – 65,825 miles
  • 2012 – 59,613 miles
  • 2011 – 51,260 miles
  • 2010 – 43,284 miles
  • 2008 – 39,824 miles
  • 2007 – 37,161 miles
  • 2006 – 33,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,284 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryEngine cover & side skirts fitted
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,284 miles (+360)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    102,284 miles
    Test number
    701677566317
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & side skirts fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass101,924 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    101,924 miles
    Test number
    907489744152
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & side skirts fitted.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail101,924 miles (+41)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,924 miles
    Test number
    263559957786
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & side skirts fitted.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass101,883 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    101,883 miles
    Test number
    143616795464
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover &side skirts fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail101,880 miles (+103)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,880 miles
    Test number
    414466911406
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover &side skirts fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass101,777 miles (+753)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    101,777 miles
    Test number
    564369391309
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s and off/s Sills covered with side skirts.

  7. Pass101,024 miles (+1,736)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    101,024 miles
    Test number
    626927526771
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/S & O/S SILLS COVERED WITH SIDE SKIRTS
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,288 miles (+332)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    99,288 miles
    Test number
    926804697445
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (rear) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass98,956 miles (+9,325)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    98,956 miles
    Test number
    867812451301
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

  10. Pass89,631 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    89,631 miles
    Test number
    805259988121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail89,630 miles (+11,716)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,630 miles
    Test number
    142319185758
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass77,914 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    77,914 miles
    Test number
    986793115078
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail77,914 miles (+6,521)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,914 miles
    Test number
    168862415458
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine management light indicates a fault

  14. Pass71,393 miles (+5,568)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,393 miles
    Test number
    518063714032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,825 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,825 miles
    Test number
    679725513061
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail65,815 miles (+6,202)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,815 miles
    Test number
    689895013038
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass59,613 miles (+8,353)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    59,613 miles
    Test number
    807217912005
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear brake pad linings wearing down

  18. Pass51,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,260 miles
    Test number
    987748611096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,260 miles (+7,976)2 dangerous14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,260 miles
    Test number
    158334211400
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

  20. Pass43,284 miles (+3,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,284 miles
    Test number
    601868110089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass39,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,824 miles
    Test number
    252116798195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail39,824 miles (+2,663)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,824 miles
    Test number
    574776398138
    • FailureRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass37,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,161 miles
    Test number
    210317087465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail37,161 miles (+3,422)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,161 miles
    Test number
    344437887105
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass33,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    33,739 miles
    Test number
    631240806291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail33,739 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,739 miles
    Test number
    901780806229
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM52 XKS

Does LM52 XKS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 XKS expired on 18 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XKS?
The MOT on LM52 XKS expired on 18 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 XKS done?
LM52 XKS was recorded at 102,284 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2023, an average of 4,142 miles a year.
Has LM52 XKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XKS has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LM52 XKS 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 XKS find?
LM52 XKS passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all4; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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