No, PL52 UMD is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for PL52 UMD?

The MOT for PL52 UMD is valid and due for renewal on or before 30 September 2016.

What is the recorded mileage of PL52 UMD?

The recorded mileage for PL52 UMD is 115,335 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is PL52 UMD ULEZ compliant?

No, PL52 UMD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2002 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · PL52 UMD

PL52 UMD

2002 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2002. Recorded mileage 115,335 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2002 · Preston
MOT Status: Valid until 30/09/2016
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 115,335 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 30/09/2016

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 115,335 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2002
Engine: 2494cc

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PL52 UMD Key Findings

13 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 01/10/2015
115,335 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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! No MOT history found

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PL52 UMD Mileage History

13/09/200638,182 mi
06/09/200747,077 mi+8,895 mi
26/09/200853,245 mi+6,168 mi
09/09/200958,785 mi+5,540 mi
18/09/201068,371 mi+9,586 mi
26/09/201178,743 mi+10,372 mi
21/09/201288,875 mi+10,132 mi
21/09/201288,875 mi
23/09/201398,135 mi+9,260 mi
25/09/201398,135 mi
29/09/2014106,392 mi+8,257 mi
24/09/2015115,096 mi+8,704 mi
01/10/2015115,335 mi+239 mi

Average of roughly 8,526 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.

PL52 UMD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Sept 2026, 18:17

MOT Analysis

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13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 BMW 3 Series (PL52 UMD) between September 2006 and October 2015.

The record contains 10 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 01 October 2015 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)”.

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