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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

LS52 HTEMOT history

LS52 HTE is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 240,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

LS52 HTE green 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 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
240,469 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 HTE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 HTE was last recorded at 240,469 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
240,466 miles · 24 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 240,469 miles
  • 2024 – 237,395 miles
  • 2023 – 233,092 miles
  • 2022 – 226,546 miles
  • 2021 – 222,281 miles
  • 2020 – 216,801 miles
  • 2019 – 211,242 miles
  • 2018 – 206,660 miles
  • 2017 – 200,761 miles
  • 2016 – 195,072 miles
  • 2015 – 190,394 miles
  • 2014 – 185,371 miles
  • 2013 – 179,870 miles
  • 2012 – 170,615 miles
  • 2011 – 160,073 miles
  • 2010 – 151,742 miles
  • 2009 – 142,519 miles
  • 2008 – 132,170 miles
  • 2007 – 121,488 miles
  • 2006 – 108,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass240,469 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle has age related underbody corrosionRecorded 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front wishbone bone bushers worn slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass240,469 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    240,469 miles
    Test number
    133712227787
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has age related underbody corrosion

  2. Fail240,466 miles (+3,071)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,466 miles
    Test number
    824401154089
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has age related underbody corrosion

  3. Pass237,395 miles (+4,303)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    237,395 miles
    Test number
    655494907209
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass233,092 miles (+6,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    233,092 miles
    Test number
    664512687357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass226,546 miles (+4,265)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    226,546 miles
    Test number
    465045803991
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass222,281 miles (+5,480)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    222,281 miles
    Test number
    212564108814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearbush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass216,801 miles (+5,559)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    216,801 miles
    Test number
    117496761518
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass211,242 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    211,242 miles
    Test number
    654114731260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail211,242 miles (+4,582)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,242 miles
    Test number
    508705714308
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass206,660 miles (+5,899)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    206,660 miles
    Test number
    356257225748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d link bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d link bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass200,761 miles (+5,689)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    200,761 miles
    Test number
    710967153290
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  12. Pass195,072 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    195,072 miles
    Test number
    802253421151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  13. Fail195,072 miles (+4,678)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,072 miles
    Test number
    178295587361
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  14. Pass190,394 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    190,394 miles
    Test number
    310624245056
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone bone bushers worn slightly

  15. Fail190,394 miles (+5,023)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,394 miles
    Test number
    653856726620
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone bone bushers worn slightly

  16. Pass185,371 miles (+5,501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    185,371 miles
    Test number
    569494084245
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass179,870 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    179,870 miles
    Test number
    257057183206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Fail179,870 miles (+9,255)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,870 miles
    Test number
    509327173203
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  19. Pass170,615 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    170,615 miles
    Test number
    365477392291
    • NoteAir bag light on

  20. Fail170,615 miles (+10,542)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,615 miles
    Test number
    366762692490
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  21. Pass160,073 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    160,073 miles
    Test number
    416721091263
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  22. Fail160,073 miles (+8,331)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,073 miles
    Test number
    838851791277
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  23. Pass151,742 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    151,742 miles
    Test number
    394634180448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail151,739 miles (+9,220)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,739 miles
    Test number
    330951680238
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Note? wiper no fault found at time of test
    • NoteUnable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted

  25. Pass142,519 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    142,519 miles
    Test number
    562292099295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail142,519 miles (+10,349)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,519 miles
    Test number
    563082099299
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Fail132,170 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,170 miles
    Test number
    334994498425
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass132,170 miles (+10,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    132,170 miles
    Test number
    901814898286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Fail121,488 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,488 miles
    Test number
    323641397466
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  30. Pass121,488 miles (+12,634)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    121,488 miles
    Test number
    674181197291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass108,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    108,854 miles
    Test number
    380563696475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 HTE

Does LS52 HTE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 HTE is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS52 HTE?
The MOT on LS52 HTE is valid until 6 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 HTE done?
LS52 HTE was recorded at 240,469 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 6,889 miles a year.
Has LS52 HTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 HTE has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 HTE 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 HTE find?
LS52 HTE passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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