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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LS52 XHBMOT history

LS52 XHB is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 148,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2022.

LS52 XHB silver 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 24 Sept 2023
Mileage
148,412 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 XHB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 XHB was last recorded at 148,412 miles on 31 Aug 2022, 1,570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,842 miles · 9 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,570 miles
Average per year
7,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 148,412 miles
  • 2021 – 146,842 miles
  • 2020 – 144,393 miles
  • 2019 – 135,500 miles
  • 2018 – 128,390 miles
  • 2017 – 120,566 miles
  • 2016 – 114,118 miles
  • 2015 – 109,186 miles
  • 2014 – 100,059 miles
  • 2013 – 92,490 miles
  • 2012 – 82,492 miles
  • 2011 – 73,941 miles
  • 2010 – 65,488 miles
  • 2008 – 55,867 miles
  • 2007 – 47,098 miles
  • 2006 – 37,358 miles
  • 2005 – 27,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,412 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking Brake becoming weak

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2011

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • N/s/f fog lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,412 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    148,412 miles
    Test number
    179294895677
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking Brake becoming weak

  2. Fail148,412 miles (+1,570)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,412 miles
    Test number
    505604453242
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking Brake becoming weak

  3. Pass146,842 miles (+2,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    146,842 miles
    Test number
    951765826249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass144,393 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    144,393 miles
    Test number
    829392679311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp not working

  5. Fail144,378 miles (+8,878)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,378 miles
    Test number
    562961002058
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp not working

  6. Pass135,500 miles (+7,110)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    135,500 miles
    Test number
    640097727606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,390 miles (+7,824)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    128,390 miles
    Test number
    815560820935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,566 miles (+6,448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    120,566 miles
    Test number
    954442415075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear hand brake force only just met pass readings

  9. Pass114,118 miles (+4,932)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    114,118 miles
    Test number
    866991849934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,186 miles (+9,127)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,186 miles
    Test number
    749085205118
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to get low on tread

  11. Pass100,059 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    100,059 miles
    Test number
    999407404132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,056 miles (+7,566)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,056 miles
    Test number
    865760504115
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)

  13. Fail92,490 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,490 miles
    Test number
    217584013427
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass92,490 miles (+9,998)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    92,490 miles
    Test number
    495434713132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,492 miles (+8,551)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    82,492 miles
    Test number
    579620622061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,941 miles (+271)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    73,941 miles
    Test number
    228338931083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail73,670 miles (+8,182)3 failures3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,670 miles
    Test number
    867017221028
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass65,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    65,488 miles
    Test number
    143898320479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,488 miles (+9,621)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,488 miles
    Test number
    943368620032
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass55,867 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    55,867 miles
    Test number
    883033558375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail55,776 miles (+8,678)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,776 miles
    Test number
    164720458319
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass47,098 miles (+9,740)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    47,098 miles
    Test number
    351520347354
    • NoteN/s park brake efficiency low wet test

  23. Pass37,358 miles (+10,277)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    37,358 miles
    Test number
    842021446320
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges and on limit
    • NoteFree play at steering wheel

  24. Pass27,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    27,081 miles
    Test number
    463982735409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,081 miles4 dangerous5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,081 miles
    Test number
    401672535391
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteLittle reserve travel on park brake lever

Questions about LS52 XHB

Does LS52 XHB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 XHB expired on 24 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 XHB?
The MOT on LS52 XHB expired on 24 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 XHB done?
LS52 XHB was recorded at 148,412 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2022, an average of 7,241 miles a year.
Has LS52 XHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 XHB has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LS52 XHB 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 XHB find?
LS52 XHB passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2022 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front brake hose slightly damaged; offside front brake hose slightly damaged; parking brake becoming weak.

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