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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LM52 XNAMOT history

LM52 XNA is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 138,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

LM52 XNA 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 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
138,470 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,224 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XNA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XNA was last recorded at 138,470 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 10,233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,237 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,233 miles
Average per year
5,224 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,470 miles
  • 2024 – 128,237 miles
  • 2023 – 120,767 miles
  • 2022 – 117,132 miles
  • 2021 – 109,535 miles
  • 2020 – 103,304 miles
  • 2019 – 103,025 miles
  • 2018 – 102,711 miles
  • 2017 – 102,111 miles
  • 2016 – 101,250 miles
  • 2015 – 100,530 miles
  • 2014 – 99,760 miles
  • 2013 – 99,031 miles
  • 2012 – 98,151 miles
  • 2011 – 97,149 miles
  • 2010 – 96,508 miles
  • 2009 – 82,056 miles
  • 2007 – 50,560 miles
  • 2006 – 42,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,470 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFuel sap seal splitting.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main, front to rear flex. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel arch corrosion.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,470 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    138,470 miles
    Test number
    145381586193
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel sap seal splitting.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main, front to rear flex. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel arch corrosion.

  2. Fail138,470 miles (+10,233)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,470 miles
    Test number
    205050246136
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 0.50 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour N/s & O/s (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel sap seal splitting.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main, front to rear flex. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel arch corrosion.

  3. Pass128,237 miles (+7,470)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    128,237 miles
    Test number
    256781596991
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/s & O/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal splitting.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main, front to rear flex. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake MINIMUM limit just met (16%)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s & O/s - Inner edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass120,767 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    120,767 miles
    Test number
    510424792121
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail120,767 miles (+3,635)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,767 miles
    Test number
    644491170006
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass117,132 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    117,132 miles
    Test number
    643461752101
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail117,132 miles (+7,597)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,132 miles
    Test number
    834744375199
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass109,535 miles (+6,231)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    109,535 miles
    Test number
    178463979154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass103,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    103,304 miles
    Test number
    454271057436
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail103,302 miles (+277)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,302 miles
    Test number
    705237360890
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass103,025 miles (+314)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,025 miles
    Test number
    173735213121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,711 miles (+600)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    102,711 miles
    Test number
    467504371436
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass102,111 miles (+861)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,111 miles
    Test number
    764499223044
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass101,250 miles (+720)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    101,250 miles
    Test number
    704110464780
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded in places
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded in places
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle box mountain broke
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass100,530 miles (+41)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    100,530 miles
    Test number
    959413711561
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryGear box leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap seal cracked
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight damage Under body in places (6.1.A.1)

  16. Fail100,489 miles (+729)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,489 miles
    Test number
    258728933339
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Blocked (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryGear box leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap seal cracked
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight damage Under body in places (6.1.A.1)

  17. Pass99,760 miles (+729)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    99,760 miles
    Test number
    316135104358
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth wipers split
    • NoteGear box leak
    • NoteOff side rear dust cover catching disc

  18. Pass99,031 miles (+880)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    99,031 miles
    Test number
    415110213404
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth wiper blades splitting but still clear screen
    • NoteExhaust centre clamp broken but system still secure with other fixings
    • NoteSlight deterioration to exhaust silencer outer skin

  19. Pass98,151 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    98,151 miles
    Test number
    449539212331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail98,076 miles (+927)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,076 miles
    Test number
    245061512385
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteTyre pressure warning light lit

  21. Pass97,149 miles (+60)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    97,149 miles
    Test number
    929439311371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade slightly deteriorated

  22. Fail97,089 miles (+581)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,089 miles
    Test number
    748422911303
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade slightly deteriorated

  23. Pass96,508 miles (+14,452)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    96,508 miles
    Test number
    853350720319
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight wear on both front brake discs

  24. Pass82,056 miles (+17,886)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    82,056 miles
    Test number
    531356059328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,170 miles (+13,610)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    64,170 miles
    Test number
    373763909081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,560 miles (+7,878)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    50,560 miles
    Test number
    650910517325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass42,682 miles (+7,911)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    42,682 miles
    Test number
    782538546301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    34,771 miles
    Test number
    180262316021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 XNA

Does LM52 XNA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 XNA is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XNA?
The MOT on LM52 XNA is valid until 23 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 XNA done?
LM52 XNA was recorded at 138,470 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 5,224 miles a year.
Has LM52 XNA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XNA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 XNA 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 XNA find?
LM52 XNA passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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