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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LB02 XAJMOT history

LB02 XAJ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 168,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
168,073 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 XAJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB02 XAJ was last recorded at 168,073 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 7,064 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,009 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,064 miles
Average per year
5,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,073 miles
  • 2025 – 161,009 miles
  • 2024 – 155,213 miles
  • 2022 – 145,670 miles
  • 2021 – 141,246 miles
  • 2020 – 139,297 miles
  • 2019 – 137,248 miles
  • 2018 – 134,515 miles
  • 2017 – 131,002 miles
  • 2015 – 121,874 miles
  • 2014 – 117,270 miles
  • 2013 – 109,628 miles
  • 2012 – 103,897 miles
  • 2011 – 95,770 miles
  • 2010 – 87,846 miles
  • 2009 – 76,369 miles
  • 2007 – 64,491 miles
  • 2006 – 54,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,073 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre close to road limit 245/40R17 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall has cut, not showing cords 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre close to road limit 245/40R17 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,073 miles (+7,064)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    168,073 miles
    Test number
    749844311658
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre close to road limit 245/40R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall has cut, not showing cords 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre close to road limit 245/40R17 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass161,009 miles (+5,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    161,009 miles
    Test number
    642518479059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass155,213 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    155,213 miles
    Test number
    194435722616
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail155,210 miles (+9,540)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,210 miles
    Test number
    184798603956
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,670 miles (+4,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    145,670 miles
    Test number
    119845950761
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass141,246 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    141,246 miles
    Test number
    204443485196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass139,297 miles (+2,049)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    139,297 miles
    Test number
    967014645325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass137,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    137,248 miles
    Test number
    600041086119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail137,248 miles (+2,733)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,248 miles
    Test number
    945809490237
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass134,515 miles (+3,513)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    134,515 miles
    Test number
    542865396336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass131,002 miles (+3,095)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    131,002 miles
    Test number
    337209754798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass127,907 miles (+6,033)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    127,907 miles
    Test number
    556519082595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass121,874 miles (+4,604)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    121,874 miles
    Test number
    986947949087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass117,270 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    117,270 miles
    Test number
    437920134414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail117,268 miles (+7,640)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,268 miles
    Test number
    158739924343
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  16. Pass109,628 miles (+5,731)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    109,628 miles
    Test number
    206842783446
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp illuminated.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass103,897 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    103,897 miles
    Test number
    716566042182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail103,897 miles (+8,127)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,897 miles
    Test number
    206545542179
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass95,770 miles (+7,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    95,770 miles
    Test number
    906384341167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass87,846 miles (+11,477)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    87,846 miles
    Test number
    663557030122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rear diff
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  21. Fail76,369 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,369 miles
    Test number
    111789949191
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass76,369 miles (+11,878)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    76,369 miles
    Test number
    363409349166
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass64,491 miles (+10,047)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    64,491 miles
    Test number
    222958837385
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTSIDE EDGE

  24. Pass54,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    54,444 miles
    Test number
    634824736377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail54,444 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,444 miles
    Test number
    431698526316
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB02 XAJ

Does LB02 XAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB02 XAJ is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB02 XAJ?
The MOT on LB02 XAJ is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB02 XAJ done?
LB02 XAJ was recorded at 168,073 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 5,911 miles a year.
Has LB02 XAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 XAJ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB02 XAJ 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 XAJ find?
LB02 XAJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to road limit 245/40r17; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall has cut, not showing cords 225/45r17; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to road limit 245/40r17.

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