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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LB02 WZGMOT history

LB02 WZG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Jan 2021 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 134,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jan 2021
Mileage
134,978 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2021
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 WZG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jan 2021
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB02 WZG was last recorded at 134,978 miles on 27 Oct 2021, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,956 miles · 30 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
6,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 134,978 miles
  • 2019 – 132,742 miles
  • 2018 – 129,750 miles
  • 2017 – 125,370 miles
  • 2016 – 121,172 miles
  • 2015 – 113,669 miles
  • 2014 – 106,780 miles
  • 2013 – 102,649 miles
  • 2012 – 97,132 miles
  • 2011 – 91,663 miles
  • 2010 – 85,018 miles
  • 2009 – 73,115 miles
  • 2008 – 61,381 miles
  • 2007 – 53,508 miles
  • 2006 – 38,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail134,978 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT failures 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 Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail134,978 miles (+22)4 major1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,978 miles
    Test number
    122418544012
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail134,956 miles (+2,214)15 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,956 miles
    Test number
    579769809204
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Wheel arch. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Wheel arch. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass132,742 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,742 miles
    Test number
    992388106866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail132,722 miles (+2,972)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,722 miles
    Test number
    336238679362
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To Rear flexible hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  5. Pass129,750 miles (+4,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    129,750 miles
    Test number
    918711622467
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass125,370 miles (+4,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    125,370 miles
    Test number
    341376226455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass121,172 miles (+7,503)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    121,172 miles
    Test number
    457355465394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  8. Pass113,669 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,669 miles
    Test number
    157049395168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail113,669 miles (+6,889)2 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,669 miles
    Test number
    438759895132
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass106,780 miles (+4,131)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    106,780 miles
    Test number
    818689194181
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass102,649 miles (+5,517)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    102,649 miles
    Test number
    737600103243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass97,132 miles (+5,469)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    97,132 miles
    Test number
    325549292137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass91,663 miles (+6,645)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    91,663 miles
    Test number
    928314291159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass85,018 miles (+11,903)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    85,018 miles
    Test number
    302680500211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAlternator belt cracked

  15. Pass73,115 miles (+11,734)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    73,115 miles
    Test number
    521656499148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,381 miles (+7,873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    61,381 miles
    Test number
    580373508269
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass53,508 miles (+15,171)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    53,508 miles
    Test number
    273932597195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,337 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    38,337 miles
    Test number
    630051906268
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LB02 WZG

Does LB02 WZG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB02 WZG expired on 22 Jan 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB02 WZG?
The MOT on LB02 WZG expired on 22 Jan 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB02 WZG done?
LB02 WZG was recorded at 134,978 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2021, an average of 6,328 miles a year.
Has LB02 WZG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 WZG has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB02 WZG 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 WZG find?
LB02 WZG failed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2021 with 4 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength, and 10 more.

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