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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LB02 AEVMOT history

LB02 AEV is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 147,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
147,318 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 AEV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB02 AEV was last recorded at 147,318 miles on 22 May 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,312 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,318 miles
  • 2025 – 147,312 miles
  • 2023 – 146,076 miles
  • 2022 – 143,118 miles
  • 2021 – 140,339 miles
  • 2020 – 136,398 miles
  • 2019 – 131,016 miles
  • 2018 – 125,237 miles
  • 2017 – 122,234 miles
  • 2016 – 114,718 miles
  • 2015 – 113,446 miles
  • 2014 – 110,342 miles
  • 2013 – 105,284 miles
  • 2012 – 101,515 miles
  • 2011 – 97,548 miles
  • 2010 – 94,960 miles
  • 2009 – 86,646 miles
  • 2008 – 75,332 miles
  • 2007 – 63,056 miles
  • 2006 – 49,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,318 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Both front Tyres wearing on the inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,318 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    147,318 miles
    Test number
    294938674381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass147,312 miles (+1,236)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    147,312 miles
    Test number
    436145729539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass146,076 miles (+2,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    146,076 miles
    Test number
    755138924068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass143,118 miles (+2,779)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    143,118 miles
    Test number
    611887269901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,339 miles (+3,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    140,339 miles
    Test number
    270146394336
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass136,398 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    136,398 miles
    Test number
    433367502463
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail136,398 miles (+5,382)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,398 miles
    Test number
    542035459795
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass131,016 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    131,016 miles
    Test number
    602089721081
    • AdvisoryBoth front Tyres wearing on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  9. Fail131,006 miles (+5,769)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,006 miles
    Test number
    440440867801
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front Tyres wearing on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass125,237 miles (+116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    125,237 miles
    Test number
    875911173648
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail125,121 miles (+2,887)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,121 miles
    Test number
    681093246485
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass122,234 miles (+7,516)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    122,234 miles
    Test number
    254544001232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass114,718 miles (+1,272)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    114,718 miles
    Test number
    235068758709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass113,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,446 miles
    Test number
    447060819078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail113,446 miles (+3,104)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,446 miles
    Test number
    802756741486
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass110,342 miles (+5,058)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    110,342 miles
    Test number
    107433844255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass105,284 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    105,284 miles
    Test number
    137006513220
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Fail105,284 miles (+3,769)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,284 miles
    Test number
    427006513215
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass101,515 miles (+3,967)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    101,515 miles
    Test number
    486127012223
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking on inner sidewall not through to cords

  20. Pass97,548 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    97,548 miles
    Test number
    357147311208
    • NoteNearside front tyre low tread on inner edge

  21. Fail97,548 miles (+2,588)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,548 miles
    Test number
    768856611231
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre low tread on inner edge

  22. Pass94,960 miles (+8,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    94,960 miles
    Test number
    321049910461
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass86,646 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    86,646 miles
    Test number
    143037799171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Fail86,638 miles (+11,306)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,638 miles
    Test number
    311125799105
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Pass75,332 miles (+12,276)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    75,332 miles
    Test number
    600883668184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass63,056 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    63,056 miles
    Test number
    633687287112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail63,055 miles (+13,992)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,055 miles
    Test number
    842113787168
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  28. Pass49,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    49,063 miles
    Test number
    762072756125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail49,063 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,063 miles
    Test number
    474791556161
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB02 AEV

Does LB02 AEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB02 AEV is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB02 AEV?
The MOT on LB02 AEV is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB02 AEV done?
LB02 AEV was recorded at 147,318 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 4,919 miles a year.
Has LB02 AEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 AEV has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LB02 AEV 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 LB02 AEV find?
LB02 AEV passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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