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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LS52 WEVMOT history

LS52 WEV is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 50,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

LS52 WEV blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2026
Mileage
50,731 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 WEV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 WEV was last recorded at 50,731 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,731 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 50,731 miles
  • 2024 – 50,726 miles
  • 2023 – 50,611 miles
  • 2022 – 50,489 miles
  • 2021 – 49,695 miles
  • 2019 – 49,607 miles
  • 2018 – 48,269 miles
  • 2017 – 48,198 miles
  • 2016 – 47,494 miles
  • 2015 – 45,972 miles
  • 2014 – 44,467 miles
  • 2013 – 41,273 miles
  • 2012 – 38,935 miles
  • 2011 – 34,220 miles
  • 2009 – 27,899 miles
  • 2008 – 24,348 miles
  • 2007 – 20,380 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,731 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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    50,731 miles
    Test number
    565507494388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail50,731 miles (+5)1 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,731 miles
    Test number
    194962242210
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTraction control light on

  3. Pass50,726 miles (+115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    50,726 miles
    Test number
    798749232139
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass50,611 miles (+122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    50,611 miles
    Test number
    162426461655
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass50,489 miles (+794)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    50,489 miles
    Test number
    240204141176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass49,695 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    49,695 miles
    Test number
    912101484200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,607 miles (+1,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    49,607 miles
    Test number
    238873658466
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to access all testable items

  8. Pass48,269 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    48,269 miles
    Test number
    696032192213
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail48,269 miles (+71)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,269 miles
    Test number
    862012423413
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass48,198 miles (+704)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    48,198 miles
    Test number
    109486158794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,494 miles (+1,522)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,494 miles
    Test number
    340678339308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,972 miles (+1,505)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    45,972 miles
    Test number
    227787595444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,467 miles (+3,194)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    44,467 miles
    Test number
    257061394450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,273 miles (+2,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    41,273 miles
    Test number
    326350033111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass38,935 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    38,935 miles
    Test number
    927364642160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail38,935 miles (+4,715)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,935 miles
    Test number
    319448432110
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass34,220 miles (+6,321)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,220 miles
    Test number
    226436501005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,899 miles (+3,551)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,899 miles
    Test number
    473202919032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    24,348 miles
    Test number
    102762728001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,348 miles (+3,968)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,348 miles
    Test number
    372102828045
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass20,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    20,380 miles
    Test number
    102686307009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 WEV

Does LS52 WEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 WEV expired on 2 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 WEV?
The MOT on LS52 WEV expired on 2 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 WEV done?
LS52 WEV was recorded at 50,731 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 1,627 miles a year.
Has LS52 WEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 WEV has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 WEV 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 WEV find?
LS52 WEV passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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