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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LT52 EBUMOT history

LT52 EBU is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2023 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 130,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2022.

LT52 EBU grey 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 14 Jul 2023
Mileage
130,124 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2022
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT52 EBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
7 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT52 EBU was last recorded at 130,124 miles on 15 Jul 2022, 5,126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,998 miles · 29 Aug 2019
Between the last two tests
5,126 miles
Average per year
6,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,124 miles
  • 2019 – 124,998 miles
  • 2018 – 116,793 miles
  • 2017 – 114,881 miles
  • 2014 – 94,347 miles
  • 2013 – 74,515 miles
  • 2012 – 56,508 miles
  • 2011 – 46,960 miles
  • 2010 – 43,212 miles
  • 2009 – 29,630 miles
  • 2008 – 29,620 miles
  • 2006 – 24,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,124 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,124 miles (+5,126)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    130,124 miles
    Test number
    708474018076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass124,998 miles (+8,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    124,998 miles
    Test number
    368878331094
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass116,793 miles (+1,912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    116,793 miles
    Test number
    192202927206
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion

  4. Pass114,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    114,881 miles
    Test number
    501475974798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail114,877 miles (+20,530)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,877 miles
    Test number
    370807505384
    • FailureExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

  6. Pass94,347 miles (+1,110)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    94,347 miles
    Test number
    379382074401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,237 miles (+18,722)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,237 miles
    Test number
    149565354297
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  8. Pass74,515 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    74,515 miles
    Test number
    415540853243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,489 miles (+17,981)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,489 miles
    Test number
    777005343273
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass56,508 miles (+9,548)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,508 miles
    Test number
    719446822140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,960 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,960 miles
    Test number
    408111651186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail46,960 miles (+3,748)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,960 miles
    Test number
    827117041135
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass43,212 miles (+13,582)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    43,212 miles
    Test number
    422332170129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,630 miles (+10)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,630 miles
    Test number
    122962859121
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres, side wall damage, but not exposing canvas. Nearside rear tyre side wall damage but not exposing canvas.

  15. Pass29,620 miles (+4,675)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,620 miles
    Test number
    694237688243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,945 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    24,945 miles
    Test number
    304374796498
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LT52 EBU

Does LT52 EBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT52 EBU expired on 14 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT52 EBU?
The MOT on LT52 EBU expired on 14 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT52 EBU done?
LT52 EBU was recorded at 130,124 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2022, an average of 6,686 miles a year.
Has LT52 EBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT52 EBU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on LT52 EBU 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 LT52 EBU find?
LT52 EBU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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