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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LX52 FWJMOT history

LX52 FWJ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 74,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2025.

LX52 FWJ 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 20 Mar 2026
Mileage
74,396 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 FWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 FWJ was last recorded at 74,396 miles on 21 Mar 2025, 7,360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
67,036 miles · 6 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
7,360 miles
Average per year
3,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,396 miles
  • 2024 – 67,036 miles
  • 2023 – 64,350 miles
  • 2022 – 62,360 miles
  • 2021 – 60,084 miles
  • 2020 – 58,548 miles
  • 2019 – 56,265 miles
  • 2018 – 53,047 miles
  • 2016 – 48,865 miles
  • 2015 – 46,124 miles
  • 2014 – 42,802 miles
  • 2013 – 40,021 miles
  • 2012 – 37,038 miles
  • 2011 – 33,289 miles
  • 2010 – 30,000 miles
  • 2009 – 26,157 miles
  • 2008 – 23,280 miles
  • 2006 – 15,827 miles
  • 2005 – 11,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,396 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,396 miles (+7,360)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    74,396 miles
    Test number
    412189709885
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass67,036 miles (+2,686)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    67,036 miles
    Test number
    618954335664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,350 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    64,350 miles
    Test number
    321065647459
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak underside vehicle

  4. Fail64,350 miles (+1,990)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,350 miles
    Test number
    455966375284
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak underside vehicle

  5. Pass62,360 miles (+2,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    62,360 miles
    Test number
    480664259927
    • AdvisoryEMl light on !
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass60,084 miles (+1,536)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    60,084 miles
    Test number
    166078741514
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill / jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively heavily lipped (pair) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass58,548 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    58,548 miles
    Test number
    574554135041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake discs lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail58,548 miles (+2,283)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,548 miles
    Test number
    925004976714
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake discs lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass56,265 miles (+3,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    56,265 miles
    Test number
    443787126051
    • AdvisoryBoth front and NSR tyres have slight damage to sidewalls
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin also discs are lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass53,047 miles (+4,182)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    53,047 miles
    Test number
    986157200372
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have slight damage to sidewalls no cords showing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass48,865 miles (+2,741)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    48,865 miles
    Test number
    624737429444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,124 miles (+3,322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    46,124 miles
    Test number
    819658511459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass42,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    42,802 miles
    Test number
    289907924217
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail42,802 miles (+2,781)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,802 miles
    Test number
    955957624275
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass40,021 miles (+2,983)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    40,021 miles
    Test number
    146764633275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,038 miles (+3,749)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    37,038 miles
    Test number
    735591242253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,289 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    33,289 miles
    Test number
    376096831418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,000 miles (+3,843)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,000 miles
    Test number
    520555130264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,157 miles (+2,877)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    26,157 miles
    Test number
    480220139285
    • NoteBoth fronttyres worn low on outer edges

  20. Pass23,280 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    23,280 miles
    Test number
    924742438221
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front lower suspension arm rubber brake reaction bushes starting to deteriorate
    • NoteOffside front lower suspension arm rubber brake reaction bushes starting to deteriorate

  21. Fail23,279 miles (+7,452)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,279 miles
    Test number
    354192538202
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front lower suspension arm rubber brake reaction bushes starting to deteriorate
    • NoteOffside front lower suspension arm rubber brake reaction bushes starting to deteriorate

  22. Pass15,827 miles (+3,886)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    15,827 miles
    Test number
    781163346263
    • NoteBOTH O/S TYRES, GOUGES IN OUTER SIDEWALLS

  23. Pass11,941 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    11,941 miles
    Test number
    714352645278
    • NoteDEEP CUT IN N/S/R TYRE OUTER SIDEWALL

Questions about LX52 FWJ

Does LX52 FWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 FWJ expired on 20 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 FWJ?
The MOT on LX52 FWJ expired on 20 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 FWJ done?
LX52 FWJ was recorded at 74,396 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2025, an average of 3,194 miles a year.
Has LX52 FWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 FWJ has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LX52 FWJ 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 LX52 FWJ find?
LX52 FWJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2025 with 5 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front inner steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel, and 2 more.

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