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BMW Z3

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

X52 HGMMOT history

X52 HGM is a blue petrol BMW Z3 first used on 11 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 105,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2025.

X52 HGM blue BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2026
Mileage
105,745 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X52 HGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
11 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X52 HGM was last recorded at 105,745 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 1,611 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,134 miles · 15 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,611 miles
Average per year
2,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,745 miles
  • 2024 – 104,134 miles
  • 2023 – 102,971 miles
  • 2021 – 99,830 miles
  • 2020 – 97,516 miles
  • 2019 – 96,524 miles
  • 2017 – 95,273 miles
  • 2016 – 90,150 miles
  • 2014 – 90,073 miles
  • 2013 – 86,632 miles
  • 2012 – 82,141 miles
  • 2011 – 76,711 miles
  • 2010 – 72,574 miles
  • 2009 – 68,976 miles
  • 2008 – 64,738 miles
  • 2007 – 59,528 miles
  • 2006 – 52,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,745 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,745 miles (+1,611)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    105,745 miles
    Test number
    853867375763
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass104,134 miles (+1,163)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    104,134 miles
    Test number
    437168221390
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded

  3. Pass102,971 miles (+3,141)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    102,971 miles
    Test number
    210141931800
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass99,830 miles (+1,625)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    99,830 miles
    Test number
    459224212863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,205 miles (+689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    98,205 miles
    Test number
    345386778153
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisorySill covers fiitted

  6. Pass97,516 miles (+992)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,516 miles
    Test number
    192251884606
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass96,524 miles (+1,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    96,524 miles
    Test number
    628795170083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroding

  8. Pass95,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    95,273 miles
    Test number
    985591229781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,273 miles (+5,123)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,273 miles
    Test number
    227227885980
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Pass90,150 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    90,150 miles
    Test number
    888178411343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail90,150 miles (+77)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,150 miles
    Test number
    507380630387
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass90,073 miles (+3,441)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    90,073 miles
    Test number
    769869774236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,632 miles (+4,491)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    86,632 miles
    Test number
    839981663209
    • NoteNsr tyre wearing on inner edge close to legal limit

  14. Pass82,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,141 miles
    Test number
    448315682212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,141 miles (+5,430)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,141 miles
    Test number
    817345682235
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on dash
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak , slight coolant weep from top hose

  16. Pass76,711 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    76,711 miles
    Test number
    235600171290
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine management light on

  17. Fail76,711 miles (+4,137)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,711 miles
    Test number
    686700171217
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine management light on

  18. Pass72,574 miles (+3,598)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    72,574 miles
    Test number
    394250580204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass68,976 miles (+4,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    68,976 miles
    Test number
    202966889222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass64,738 miles (+5,210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    64,738 miles
    Test number
    522843678283
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass59,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    59,528 miles
    Test number
    530484867234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,527 miles (+7,319)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,527 miles
    Test number
    233054167243
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  23. Fail52,208 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,208 miles
    Test number
    782708776202
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass52,208 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    52,208 miles
    Test number
    880678976218
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about X52 HGM

Does X52 HGM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X52 HGM expired on 14 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X52 HGM?
The MOT on X52 HGM expired on 14 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X52 HGM done?
X52 HGM was recorded at 105,745 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 2,816 miles a year.
Has X52 HGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X52 HGM has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on X52 HGM 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 X52 HGM find?
X52 HGM passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2025 with 12 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back, and 9 more.

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