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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LB02 KAXMOT history

LB02 KAX is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 154,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2023
Mileage
154,091 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 KAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB02 KAX was last recorded at 154,091 miles on 26 Sept 2022, 4,553 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,538 miles · 4 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
4,553 miles
Average per year
6,614 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 154,091 miles
  • 2021 – 149,538 miles
  • 2020 – 146,329 miles
  • 2019 – 141,880 miles
  • 2018 – 136,786 miles
  • 2017 – 131,373 miles
  • 2016 – 124,686 miles
  • 2015 – 117,939 miles
  • 2014 – 110,454 miles
  • 2013 – 104,942 miles
  • 2012 – 98,663 miles
  • 2011 – 90,025 miles
  • 2010 – 82,388 miles
  • 2009 – 74,646 miles
  • 2008 – 61,703 miles
  • 2007 – 53,565 miles
  • 2006 – 45,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,091 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear parking brake not releasing fully,brake binding,

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass154,091 miles (+4,553)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    154,091 miles
    Test number
    347494588369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass149,538 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    149,538 miles
    Test number
    307199977336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake not releasing fully,brake binding,
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail149,525 miles (+3,196)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,525 miles
    Test number
    836742328265
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake not releasing fully,brake binding,
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass146,329 miles (+25)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    146,329 miles
    Test number
    977507580491
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock week

  5. Fail146,304 miles (+4,424)2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,304 miles
    Test number
    462995982064
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear anti roll bar fail other components lower arm
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock week

  6. Pass141,880 miles (+5,094)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    141,880 miles
    Test number
    509266710859
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass136,786 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    136,786 miles
    Test number
    132680106289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail136,711 miles (+5,338)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,711 miles
    Test number
    991932801666
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass131,373 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    131,373 miles
    Test number
    297520425701
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail131,373 miles (+6,687)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,373 miles
    Test number
    982848532267
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass124,686 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    124,686 miles
    Test number
    365416165319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail124,686 miles (+6,747)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,686 miles
    Test number
    680507658560
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass117,939 miles (+183)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    117,939 miles
    Test number
    915997530161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder shield fitted

  14. Fail117,756 miles (+7,302)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,756 miles
    Test number
    446055154886
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded left to right (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder shield fitted

  15. Pass110,454 miles (+5,512)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    110,454 miles
    Test number
    488492664250
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass104,942 miles (+6,279)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    104,942 miles
    Test number
    158626493248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass98,663 miles (+14)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    98,663 miles
    Test number
    917574782228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail98,649 miles (+8,624)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,649 miles
    Test number
    777093882232
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass90,025 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    90,025 miles
    Test number
    525768471289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail90,013 miles (+7,625)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,013 miles
    Test number
    908177771201
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass82,388 miles (+7,742)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    82,388 miles
    Test number
    830894460273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,646 miles (+12,943)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    74,646 miles
    Test number
    940962959238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass61,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,703 miles
    Test number
    912027588066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail61,703 miles (+8,138)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,703 miles
    Test number
    361386188097
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass53,565 miles (+8,445)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    53,565 miles
    Test number
    930592907116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    45,120 miles
    Test number
    392245796003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB02 KAX

Does LB02 KAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB02 KAX expired on 3 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB02 KAX?
The MOT on LB02 KAX expired on 3 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB02 KAX done?
LB02 KAX was recorded at 154,091 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2022, an average of 6,614 miles a year.
Has LB02 KAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 KAX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LB02 KAX 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 KAX find?
LB02 KAX passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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