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BMW 5 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2002 · 2,497 cc

LT52 EWPMOT history

LT52 EWP is a grey diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 25 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 153,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

LT52 EWP grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
153,419 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,513 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT52 EWP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT52 EWP was last recorded at 153,419 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 3,937 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,482 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,937 miles
Average per year
5,513 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,419 miles
  • 2025 – 149,482 miles
  • 2024 – 145,178 miles
  • 2019 – 137,110 miles
  • 2018 – 130,284 miles
  • 2017 – 98,967 miles
  • 2016 – 87,313 miles
  • 2015 – 86,493 miles
  • 2014 – 85,326 miles
  • 2013 – 82,779 miles
  • 2012 – 80,292 miles
  • 2011 – 78,293 miles
  • 2010 – 75,753 miles
  • 2009 – 69,133 miles
  • 2007 – 51,965 miles
  • 2006 – 42,101 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,419 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySlight under body 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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,419 miles (+3,937)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    153,419 miles
    Test number
    715463938796
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  2. Pass149,482 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    149,482 miles
    Test number
    746674258115
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  3. Fail149,482 miles (+4,304)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,482 miles
    Test number
    134658891155
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  4. Pass145,178 miles (+8,068)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    145,178 miles
    Test number
    418227381886
    • MinorOffside Rear Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass slightly deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Lever travel reserve (1.1.6 (d))

  5. Pass137,110 miles (+5)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,110 miles
    Test number
    388563415973
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail137,105 miles (+43)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,105 miles
    Test number
    260227201875
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle rear door (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail137,062 miles (+6,778)5 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,062 miles
    Test number
    312676353587
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass130,284 miles (+31,317)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    130,284 miles
    Test number
    106255765346
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass98,967 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    98,967 miles
    Test number
    300943400629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  10. Fail98,960 miles (+11,647)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,960 miles
    Test number
    976201134546
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass87,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    87,313 miles
    Test number
    607676881414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,313 miles (+820)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,313 miles
    Test number
    221869506559
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass86,493 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    86,493 miles
    Test number
    198888035185
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail86,493 miles (+1,167)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,493 miles
    Test number
    906258935171
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass85,326 miles (+2,547)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    85,326 miles
    Test number
    946155614191
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass82,779 miles (+2,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    82,779 miles
    Test number
    285427203409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass80,292 miles (+1,999)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    80,292 miles
    Test number
    355623902159
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass78,293 miles (+2,540)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,293 miles
    Test number
    676941731185
    • 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)
    • NoteFront and rear discs are rusted

  19. Pass75,753 miles (+6,620)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    75,753 miles
    Test number
    851603110175
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass69,133 miles (+17,168)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    69,133 miles
    Test number
    212400929102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,965 miles (+9,864)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    51,965 miles
    Test number
    644930137171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low on tread
    • NoteRear brake pads worn

  22. Pass42,101 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    42,101 miles
    Test number
    810858716161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LT52 EWP

Does LT52 EWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT52 EWP is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT52 EWP?
The MOT on LT52 EWP is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT52 EWP done?
LT52 EWP was recorded at 153,419 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 5,513 miles a year.
Has LT52 EWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT52 EWP has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LT52 EWP 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 EWP find?
LT52 EWP passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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