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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,895 cc

LX52 RSOMOT history

LX52 RSO is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 22 MOT tests, with 41,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

LX52 RSO silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
41,275 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
22 passed · 0 failed
Per year
1,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 RSO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 RSO was last recorded at 41,275 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 1,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
40,240 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,035 miles
Average per year
1,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,275 miles
  • 2025 – 40,240 miles
  • 2024 – 39,169 miles
  • 2023 – 38,092 miles
  • 2022 – 37,072 miles
  • 2021 – 35,934 miles
  • 2020 – 34,983 miles
  • 2019 – 33,824 miles
  • 2018 – 32,460 miles
  • 2017 – 31,301 miles
  • 2016 – 29,963 miles
  • 2015 – 28,479 miles
  • 2014 – 26,834 miles
  • 2013 – 24,996 miles
  • 2012 – 23,553 miles
  • 2011 – 21,953 miles
  • 2010 – 20,779 miles
  • 2009 – 19,340 miles
  • 2008 – 17,316 miles
  • 2007 – 16,522 miles
  • 2006 – 14,627 miles
  • 2005 – 11,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,275 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,275 miles (+1,035)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    41,275 miles
    Test number
    471831290878
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass40,240 miles (+1,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    40,240 miles
    Test number
    840475081137
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass39,169 miles (+1,077)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    39,169 miles
    Test number
    782896952749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass38,092 miles (+1,020)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    38,092 miles
    Test number
    307487971763
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured front & rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing sidwall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Pass37,072 miles (+1,138)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    37,072 miles
    Test number
    192696914982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded slight at tail (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass35,934 miles (+951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    35,934 miles
    Test number
    799402385591
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass34,983 miles (+1,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    34,983 miles
    Test number
    864017693208
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass33,824 miles (+1,364)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    33,824 miles
    Test number
    204921835086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,460 miles (+1,159)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    32,460 miles
    Test number
    907106466481
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass31,301 miles (+1,338)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    31,301 miles
    Test number
    900843150013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,963 miles (+1,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,963 miles
    Test number
    486461355576
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Advise front exhaust support bracket corroded but still intact

  12. Pass28,479 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    28,479 miles
    Test number
    369695805207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,834 miles (+1,838)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    26,834 miles
    Test number
    897586004232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,996 miles (+1,443)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    24,996 miles
    Test number
    258379793162
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking on edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracking on edge
    • NoteO/s/r starting to crack on edge

  15. Pass23,553 miles (+1,600)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    23,553 miles
    Test number
    169329002206
    • NoteTyres cracking on edge

  16. Pass21,953 miles (+1,174)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    21,953 miles
    Test number
    277332891406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,779 miles (+1,439)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    20,779 miles
    Test number
    342086510265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,340 miles (+2,024)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,340 miles
    Test number
    342097819463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,316 miles (+794)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    17,316 miles
    Test number
    771931728227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,522 miles (+1,895)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    16,522 miles
    Test number
    944091627264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,627 miles (+3,284)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    14,627 miles
    Test number
    591941926266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    11,343 miles
    Test number
    972531825202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 RSO

Does LX52 RSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 RSO is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 RSO?
The MOT on LX52 RSO is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 RSO done?
LX52 RSO was recorded at 41,275 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 1,430 miles a year.
Has LX52 RSO ever failed its MOT?
No. LX52 RSO has passed all 22 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on LX52 RSO 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 RSO find?
LX52 RSO passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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