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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LM52 ZCNMOT history

LM52 ZCN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 174,354 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2026.

LM52 ZCN blue 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 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
174,354 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 ZCN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 ZCN was last recorded at 174,354 miles on 17 Oct 2026, 97 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
174,257 miles · 18 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
97 miles
Average per year
5,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,354 miles
  • 2025 – 174,257 miles
  • 2024 – 173,454 miles
  • 2023 – 161,742 miles
  • 2022 – 143,279 miles
  • 2021 – 133,578 miles
  • 2020 – 133,052 miles
  • 2019 – 128,202 miles
  • 2018 – 119,016 miles
  • 2017 – 109,415 miles
  • 2016 – 107,265 miles
  • 2015 – 105,830 miles
  • 2014 – 104,104 miles
  • 2013 – 101,328 miles
  • 2012 – 97,140 miles
  • 2011 – 94,314 miles
  • 2010 – 90,065 miles
  • 2009 – 81,493 miles
  • 2008 – 73,892 miles
  • 2007 – 68,832 miles
  • 2006 – 60,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,354 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass174,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    174,354 miles
    Test number
    801844540958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail174,352 miles (+95)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,352 miles
    Test number
    618889270852
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass174,257 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    174,257 miles
    Test number
    226299863748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail174,253 miles (+799)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,253 miles
    Test number
    391780107534
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass173,454 miles (+11,712)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    173,454 miles
    Test number
    230793191247
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath
    • AdvisorySmall crack on screen

  6. Pass161,742 miles (+18,463)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    161,742 miles
    Test number
    727146070125
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass143,279 miles (+9,701)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    143,279 miles
    Test number
    118028095778
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass133,578 miles (+526)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    133,578 miles
    Test number
    383104484520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass133,052 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    133,052 miles
    Test number
    897500860838
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail133,052 miles (+4,850)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,052 miles
    Test number
    286123191627
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass128,202 miles (+9,186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    128,202 miles
    Test number
    909749949408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass119,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    119,016 miles
    Test number
    339310263769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail119,016 miles (+9,601)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,016 miles
    Test number
    248918920195
    • MajorCentral Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass109,415 miles (+2,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    109,415 miles
    Test number
    558683840669
    • AdvisoryOs parking brake weak needs adjusting or repair.

  15. Pass107,265 miles (+1,435)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    107,265 miles
    Test number
    627950265758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass105,830 miles (+1,726)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    105,830 miles
    Test number
    796259952266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass104,104 miles (+2,776)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    104,104 miles
    Test number
    629139244222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass101,328 miles (+4,188)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    101,328 miles
    Test number
    349000053275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass97,140 miles (+2,826)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    97,140 miles
    Test number
    939225942265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,314 miles (+4,249)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    94,314 miles
    Test number
    276020361256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,065 miles (+8,572)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    90,065 miles
    Test number
    691301860255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass81,493 miles (+7,601)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    81,493 miles
    Test number
    362858239206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass73,892 miles (+5,060)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    73,892 miles
    Test number
    343678848294
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass68,832 miles (+8,667)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    68,832 miles
    Test number
    823932647262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    60,165 miles
    Test number
    283863646202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 ZCN

Does LM52 ZCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 ZCN is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 ZCN?
The MOT on LM52 ZCN is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 ZCN done?
LM52 ZCN was recorded at 174,354 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2026, an average of 5,673 miles a year.
Has LM52 ZCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 ZCN has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 ZCN 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 ZCN find?
LM52 ZCN passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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