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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LX52 RUWMOT history

LX52 RUW is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 29 Aug 2027 and it has passed 23 of 30 MOT tests, with 78,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

LX52 RUW silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Aug 2027
Mileage
78,626 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
23 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 RUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 RUW was last recorded at 78,626 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 2,846 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,780 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,846 miles
Average per year
2,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,626 miles
  • 2025 – 75,780 miles
  • 2024 – 73,672 miles
  • 2023 – 73,305 miles
  • 2022 – 73,021 miles
  • 2021 – 72,402 miles
  • 2020 – 71,745 miles
  • 2019 – 71,314 miles
  • 2018 – 68,955 miles
  • 2017 – 65,429 miles
  • 2016 – 64,870 miles
  • 2015 – 62,644 miles
  • 2014 – 59,381 miles
  • 2013 – 50,879 miles
  • 2012 – 47,002 miles
  • 2011 – 40,906 miles
  • 2010 – 38,617 miles
  • 2009 – 34,055 miles
  • 2008 – 30,673 miles
  • 2007 – 26,414 miles
  • 2006 – 18,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,626 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing large cracks no visible cords time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing large cracks no visible cords time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPetrol cap seal perishing

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.

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,626 miles (+2,846)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    78,626 miles
    Test number
    394654316476
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing large cracks no visible cords time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing large cracks no visible cords time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap seal perishing

  2. Pass75,780 miles (+2,108)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    75,780 miles
    Test number
    850465541693
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,672 miles (+367)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    73,672 miles
    Test number
    451259896474
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,305 miles (+284)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    73,305 miles
    Test number
    822813115759
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,021 miles (+619)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,021 miles
    Test number
    754919788600
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass72,402 miles (+657)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,402 miles
    Test number
    818535683009
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass71,745 miles (+431)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    71,745 miles
    Test number
    222396410166
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass71,314 miles (+2,359)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,314 miles
    Test number
    754653562887
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,955 miles (+2,644)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,955 miles
    Test number
    489340927677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,311 miles (+882)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,311 miles
    Test number
    661673832545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,429 miles (+559)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    65,429 miles
    Test number
    104254444497
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass64,870 miles (+2,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,870 miles
    Test number
    227327354461
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass62,644 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    62,644 miles
    Test number
    467899575048
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail62,644 miles (+3,263)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,644 miles
    Test number
    857236075016
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass59,381 miles (+8,502)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,381 miles
    Test number
    455482944153
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass50,879 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,879 miles
    Test number
    419840533144
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail50,879 miles (+3,877)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,879 miles
    Test number
    485597323145
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber top mounts perished and pulling through
    • NoteFront wishbone rear bushes perished

  18. Pass47,002 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    47,002 miles
    Test number
    419284442172
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail46,998 miles (+6,092)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,998 miles
    Test number
    728002642137
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass40,906 miles (+2,289)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,906 miles
    Test number
    328397351191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,617 miles
    Test number
    252824740451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,617 miles (+4,562)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,617 miles
    Test number
    922150940189
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureCoil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass34,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,055 miles
    Test number
    381590869108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,056 miles (+3,383)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,056 miles
    Test number
    341620569101
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  25. Pass30,673 miles (+50)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,673 miles
    Test number
    183061398148
    • NoteBoth front tyres showing signs of cracking

  26. Pass30,623 miles (+4,209)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    30,623 miles
    Test number
    222554968490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,414 miles
    Test number
    241752157196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail26,413 miles (+7,416)2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,413 miles
    Test number
    230082057137
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer wall damaged

  29. Pass18,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    18,997 miles
    Test number
    432460786172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail18,997 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,997 miles
    Test number
    424700586167
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about LX52 RUW

Does LX52 RUW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 RUW is valid until 29 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 RUW?
The MOT on LX52 RUW is valid until 29 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 RUW done?
LX52 RUW was recorded at 78,626 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 2,958 miles a year.
Has LX52 RUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 RUW has failed 7 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2015.
Has the mileage on LX52 RUW 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 RUW find?
LX52 RUW passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing large cracks no visible cords time of test; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm, and 3 more.

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