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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LS52 CDKMOT history

LS52 CDK is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 86,319 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

LS52 CDK green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
86,319 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 CDK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 CDK was last recorded at 86,319 miles on 5 May 2026, 6,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,175 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,144 miles
Average per year
2,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,319 miles
  • 2025 – 80,175 miles
  • 2024 – 73,676 miles
  • 2023 – 73,499 miles
  • 2022 – 73,368 miles
  • 2020 – 73,182 miles
  • 2019 – 72,752 miles
  • 2018 – 72,261 miles
  • 2017 – 71,746 miles
  • 2016 – 68,701 miles
  • 2015 – 67,507 miles
  • 2014 – 66,855 miles
  • 2013 – 65,645 miles
  • 2012 – 49,043 miles
  • 2010 – 47,543 miles
  • 2009 – 45,283 miles
  • 2008 – 43,357 miles
  • 2007 – 40,472 miles
  • 2006 – 36,809 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,319 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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 Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip.

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Engine covers, sill covers and undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened 3-4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 R16 (1-2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,319 miles (+6,144)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    86,319 miles
    Test number
    616601491622
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass80,175 miles (+6,499)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    80,175 miles
    Test number
    226546704695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass73,676 miles (+177)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    73,676 miles
    Test number
    255074601514
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, sill covers and undertrays fitted, not allowing a full inspection.
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 R16 (1 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play 1-2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill corroded. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass73,499 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    73,499 miles
    Test number
    805369993019
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, sill covers and undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection.
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened 3-4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 R16 (1-2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 3-4 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened 3-4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill corroded. (1-2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Fail73,499 miles (+131)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,499 miles
    Test number
    340251553974
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, sill covers and undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection.
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened 3-4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 R16 (1-2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 3-4 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened 3-4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill corroded. (1-2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass73,368 miles (+186)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    73,368 miles
    Test number
    919979360386
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 R16. (2-3) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (4-6) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill corroded (4-6) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass73,182 miles (+430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    73,182 miles
    Test number
    295289090046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass72,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    72,752 miles
    Test number
    981094978092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,751 miles (+54)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,751 miles
    Test number
    203418125778
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hand brake reading is low
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  10. Fail72,697 miles (+22)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,697 miles
    Test number
    556795742554
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  11. Fail72,675 miles (+414)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,675 miles
    Test number
    300812898418
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass72,261 miles (+515)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,261 miles
    Test number
    448275860132
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdv dampness on sump
  13. Pass71,746 miles (+3,045)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,746 miles
    Test number
    344939379841
    • AdvisoryAdv slight corrosion on brake feralls
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (2.4.C.1b)
  14. Pass68,701 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    68,701 miles
    Test number
    509508270284
    • AdvisoryAdv both rear tyres on 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryAdv corrosion on front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryAdv deteriation on front and rear suspension bushes no play at time of test
    • AdvisoryAdv surface corrosion on brake pipes front to back
  15. Fail68,694 miles (+1,187)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,694 miles
    Test number
    768467204039
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAdv both rear tyres on 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryAdv corrosion on front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisoryAdv deteriation on front and rear suspension bushes no play at time of test
    • AdvisoryAdv surface corrosion on brake pipes front to back
  16. Pass67,507 miles (+652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,507 miles
    Test number
    937309035142
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass66,855 miles (+1,210)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,855 miles
    Test number
    389607544101
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdv slight bind on rear brakes
  18. Pass65,645 miles (+13)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,645 miles
    Test number
    629501233151
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdv slight play in rear diff bush
  19. Fail65,632 miles (+16,589)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,632 miles
    Test number
    745020933104
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdv slight play in rear diff bush
  20. Pass49,043 miles (+1,500)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,043 miles
    Test number
    395266232187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,543 miles (+2,260)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,543 miles
    Test number
    234298660491
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass45,283 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    45,283 miles
    Test number
    212367779101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,240 miles (+1,883)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,240 miles
    Test number
    904636679187
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  24. Pass43,357 miles (+2,885)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,357 miles
    Test number
    793528578112
    • NotePlastic trims fitted 2 underside of vehicle and inner wheel arches not allowing full inspection
    • NoteSlight play in n/s and o/f steering
  25. Pass40,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,472 miles
    Test number
    214229967435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail40,461 miles (+3,652)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,461 miles
    Test number
    980549267196
    • DangerousNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  27. Pass36,809 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    36,809 miles
    Test number
    254874626082
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS52 CDK

Does LS52 CDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 CDK is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 CDK?
The MOT on LS52 CDK is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 CDK done?
LS52 CDK was recorded at 86,319 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 2,442 miles a year.
Has LS52 CDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 CDK has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LS52 CDK 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 LS52 CDK find?
LS52 CDK passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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