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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LM52 XOTMOT history

LM52 XOT is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 102,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

LM52 XOT 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 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
102,320 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XOT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XOT was last recorded at 102,320 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 2,189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,131 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,189 miles
Average per year
4,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,320 miles
  • 2025 – 100,131 miles
  • 2024 – 97,663 miles
  • 2023 – 94,283 miles
  • 2022 – 90,831 miles
  • 2021 – 86,463 miles
  • 2020 – 84,643 miles
  • 2019 – 80,692 miles
  • 2018 – 77,437 miles
  • 2017 – 68,936 miles
  • 2016 – 58,252 miles
  • 2015 – 47,262 miles
  • 2014 – 39,001 miles
  • 2013 – 35,156 miles
  • 2012 – 32,023 miles
  • 2011 – 28,605 miles
  • 2010 – 26,525 miles
  • 2009 – 24,485 miles
  • 2008 – 22,242 miles
  • 2007 – 18,749 miles
  • 2006 – 15,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,320 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass102,320 miles (+2,189)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    102,320 miles
    Test number
    537856443445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass100,131 miles (+2,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    100,131 miles
    Test number
    283575126157
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlight condensate

  3. Pass97,663 miles (+3,380)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    97,663 miles
    Test number
    314560558443
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensate (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished in very poor condition

  4. Pass94,283 miles (+3,452)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    94,283 miles
    Test number
    938516160443
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside slightly on treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre wall slight damage
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  5. Pass90,831 miles (+4,368)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    90,831 miles
    Test number
    699995873706
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  6. Pass86,463 miles (+1,820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,463 miles
    Test number
    962980869492
    • AdvisoryBoth Sides Sills Covers & Engine Undertray Fitted.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass84,643 miles (+3,951)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,643 miles
    Test number
    772985384104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,692 miles (+3,255)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    80,692 miles
    Test number
    946114811083
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes corroded at rear. (at union with brake hose).
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Pass77,437 miles (+8,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,437 miles
    Test number
    453904034628
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres close to wear indicators.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass68,936 miles (+10,684)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    68,936 miles
    Test number
    593794027264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,252 miles (+10,990)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    58,252 miles
    Test number
    354400726566
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked advice change (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has slight sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal showing signs of cracking

  12. Pass47,262 miles (+8,261)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,262 miles
    Test number
    989253575067
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass39,001 miles (+3,845)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,001 miles
    Test number
    446973474051
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass35,156 miles (+3,133)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    35,156 miles
    Test number
    846331363052
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass32,023 miles (+3,418)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,023 miles
    Test number
    825838942094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail28,605 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,605 miles
    Test number
    278643261003
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  17. Pass28,605 miles (+2,080)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,605 miles
    Test number
    349513461068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,525 miles (+2,040)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    26,525 miles
    Test number
    634911370004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,485 miles (+11)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,485 miles
    Test number
    181203379437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low

  20. Fail24,474 miles (+2,232)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,474 miles
    Test number
    120119769040
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly cracking
    • NoteBoth rear tyres badly cracking
    • NoteBoth sides fronts discs slightly low

  21. Pass22,242 miles (+3,493)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,242 miles
    Test number
    191047578493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,749 miles (+3,004)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    18,749 miles
    Test number
    661585177084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,745 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    15,745 miles
    Test number
    402036076073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail15,739 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,739 miles
    Test number
    881075976049
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about LM52 XOT

Does LM52 XOT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 XOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XOT?
The MOT on LM52 XOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 XOT done?
LM52 XOT was recorded at 102,320 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 4,333 miles a year.
Has LM52 XOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XOT has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2011.
Has the mileage on LM52 XOT 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 XOT find?
LM52 XOT passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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