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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

LS52 SHZMOT history

LS52 SHZ is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 17 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 74,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2022.

LS52 SHZ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2023
Mileage
74,569 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 SHZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 SHZ was last recorded at 74,569 miles on 31 Jan 2022, 1,571 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,998 miles · 17 Aug 2019
Between the last two tests
1,571 miles
Average per year
3,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 74,569 miles
  • 2019 – 72,998 miles
  • 2018 – 68,626 miles
  • 2017 – 64,698 miles
  • 2016 – 59,506 miles
  • 2015 – 55,166 miles
  • 2014 – 50,778 miles
  • 2013 – 46,219 miles
  • 2012 – 42,167 miles
  • 2011 – 38,874 miles
  • 2010 – 34,082 miles
  • 2009 – 29,412 miles
  • 2008 – 25,405 miles
  • 2007 – 19,803 miles
  • 2006 – 12,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,569 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Under trays fitted obscuring view of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,569 miles (+1,571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    74,569 miles
    Test number
    988328148920
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass72,998 miles (+4,372)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    72,998 miles
    Test number
    915543294330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,626 miles (+3,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,626 miles
    Test number
    632915398185
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass64,698 miles (+5,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    64,698 miles
    Test number
    925716779416
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of components

  5. Pass59,506 miles (+4,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    59,506 miles
    Test number
    349240892191
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of components

  6. Pass55,166 miles (+4,388)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,166 miles
    Test number
    667023815217
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Pass50,778 miles (+4,559)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,778 miles
    Test number
    905363594103
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  8. Pass46,219 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,219 miles
    Test number
    396967283155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs are heavily worn
    • NoteFuel cap seal is perishing
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Fail46,196 miles (+4,029)1 failure1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,196 miles
    Test number
    635457883177
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs are heavily worn
    • NoteFuel cap seal is perishing
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass42,167 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,167 miles
    Test number
    666002082169
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs are wearing low
    • NoteFuel cap seal is perishing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail42,167 miles (+3,293)2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,167 miles
    Test number
    757932182105
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs are wearing low
    • NoteFuel cap seal is perishing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass38,874 miles (+4,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,874 miles
    Test number
    725583681177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass34,082 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    34,082 miles
    Test number
    301164080186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail33,951 miles (+4,539)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,951 miles
    Test number
    773027270111
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass29,412 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    29,412 miles
    Test number
    443425059116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail29,381 miles (+3,976)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,381 miles
    Test number
    904350659119
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass25,405 miles (+5,602)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,405 miles
    Test number
    824723078100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,803 miles (+7,124)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    19,803 miles
    Test number
    422763357106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,679 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    12,679 miles
    Test number
    450423856146
    • Note1/both rear and nearside repeater discolouring †2/covers fitted to underside of vehicle †3/offside rear tyre worn both edges

Questions about LS52 SHZ

Does LS52 SHZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 SHZ expired on 30 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 SHZ?
The MOT on LS52 SHZ expired on 30 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 SHZ done?
LS52 SHZ was recorded at 74,569 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2022, an average of 3,951 miles a year.
Has LS52 SHZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 SHZ has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2013.
Has the mileage on LS52 SHZ 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 SHZ find?
LS52 SHZ passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2022 with 2 advisories: front prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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