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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

X52 UYWMOT history

X52 UYW is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 86,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2022.

X52 UYW blue 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 26 Apr 2023
Mileage
86,509 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X52 UYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X52 UYW was last recorded at 86,509 miles on 23 Apr 2022, 1,797 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,712 miles · 27 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
1,797 miles
Average per year
1,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 86,509 miles
  • 2021 – 84,712 miles
  • 2020 – 80,710 miles
  • 2018 – 75,202 miles
  • 2017 – 72,615 miles
  • 2016 – 71,986 miles
  • 2015 – 71,498 miles
  • 2014 – 70,554 miles
  • 2013 – 70,066 miles
  • 2012 – 69,437 miles
  • 2011 – 68,420 miles
  • 2010 – 66,320 miles
  • 2009 – 65,085 miles
  • 2008 – 63,963 miles
  • 2007 – 61,617 miles
  • 2006 – 59,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,509 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect all around

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,509 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    86,509 miles
    Test number
    751625846598
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail86,509 miles (+1,797)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,509 miles
    Test number
    677734738837
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH SIDES (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass84,712 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    84,712 miles
    Test number
    250253130111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect all around (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail84,712 miles (+4,002)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,712 miles
    Test number
    789012841372
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect all around (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass80,710 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    80,710 miles
    Test number
    560729235494
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail80,710 miles (+5,508)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,710 miles
    Test number
    836369181872
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass75,202 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    75,202 miles
    Test number
    600668790958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail75,202 miles (+2,587)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,202 miles
    Test number
    801279601684
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass72,615 miles (+629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    72,615 miles
    Test number
    458459314513
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass71,986 miles (+488)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    71,986 miles
    Test number
    890761823712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,498 miles (+944)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,498 miles
    Test number
    686475800514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,554 miles (+488)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    70,554 miles
    Test number
    727091094292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,066 miles (+629)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    70,066 miles
    Test number
    389751193462
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
  14. Pass69,437 miles (+1,017)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,437 miles
    Test number
    268547482273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,420 miles (+2,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    68,420 miles
    Test number
    797489571276
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass66,320 miles (+1,235)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    66,320 miles
    Test number
    400506340251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,085 miles (+1,122)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    65,085 miles
    Test number
    470778449284
    • NoteAdvise inner edge off-side rear tyre wear
  18. Pass63,963 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,963 miles
    Test number
    372236948255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail63,952 miles (+2,335)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,952 miles
    Test number
    473392748292
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass61,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    61,617 miles
    Test number
    650667327257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail61,617 miles (+1,691)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,617 miles
    Test number
    310416927418
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  22. Pass59,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    59,926 miles
    Test number
    160961926293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X52 UYW

Does X52 UYW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X52 UYW expired on 26 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X52 UYW?
The MOT on X52 UYW expired on 26 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X52 UYW done?
X52 UYW was recorded at 86,509 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2022, an average of 1,693 miles a year.
Has X52 UYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X52 UYW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on X52 UYW 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 UYW find?
X52 UYW passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2022 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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