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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LB02 YZNMOT history

LB02 YZN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 138,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
138,203 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 YZN
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
1 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB02 YZN was last recorded at 138,203 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 2,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,327 miles · 1 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,876 miles
Average per year
4,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,203 miles
  • 2025 – 135,327 miles
  • 2024 – 133,729 miles
  • 2022 – 133,223 miles
  • 2021 – 130,551 miles
  • 2020 – 128,391 miles
  • 2019 – 128,388 miles
  • 2018 – 127,925 miles
  • 2017 – 127,913 miles
  • 2016 – 124,517 miles
  • 2015 – 120,390 miles
  • 2014 – 116,788 miles
  • 2013 – 113,669 miles
  • 2012 – 108,000 miles
  • 2011 – 100,149 miles
  • 2010 – 92,347 miles
  • 2009 – 80,240 miles
  • 2008 – 69,790 miles
  • 2007 – 61,409 miles
  • 2006 – 54,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,203 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,203 miles (+2,876)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    138,203 miles
    Test number
    909943642518
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass135,327 miles (+1,598)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    135,327 miles
    Test number
    638898610685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody components covered in underseal

  3. Pass133,729 miles (+506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    133,729 miles
    Test number
    525974702164
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside + Nearside. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody/components covered in underseal.

  4. Pass133,223 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    133,223 miles
    Test number
    197047064970
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near NSR (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail133,223 miles (+2,672)4 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,223 miles
    Test number
    497068326335
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Console Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Console Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near NSR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass130,551 miles (+2,160)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    130,551 miles
    Test number
    417576431565
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass128,391 miles (+2)1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    128,391 miles
    Test number
    323909902399
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail128,389 miles (+1)2 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,389 miles
    Test number
    731333007825
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass128,388 miles (+463)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    128,388 miles
    Test number
    418295226571
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySome steering and suspension components corroded

  10. Pass127,925 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    127,925 miles
    Test number
    374367960654
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs has surface rust
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail127,925 miles (+12)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,925 miles
    Test number
    626057309424
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs has surface rust
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail127,913 miles (+3,396)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,913 miles
    Test number
    133710000636
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass124,517 miles (+4,127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    124,517 miles
    Test number
    727274541676
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre wearing close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOff side rear brake pipe slightly corroded

  14. Pass120,390 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    120,390 miles
    Test number
    195271965140
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake pads half way worn

  15. Fail120,390 miles (+3,602)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,390 miles
    Test number
    429501665169
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake pads half way worn

  16. Pass116,788 miles (+3,119)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    116,788 miles
    Test number
    897613764135
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing low

  17. Pass113,669 miles (+5,669)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    113,669 miles
    Test number
    147080373128
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing slightly on the edges

  18. Pass108,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    108,000 miles
    Test number
    645818702243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail108,000 miles (+7,851)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,000 miles
    Test number
    675137802258
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass100,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    100,149 miles
    Test number
    369092391145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail100,149 miles (+7,802)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,149 miles
    Test number
    465522591146
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Fail92,347 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,347 miles
    Test number
    371325210413
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/s/r number plate light lens missing

  23. Pass92,347 miles (+12,107)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    92,347 miles
    Test number
    571525910203
    • NoteO/s/r number plate light lens missing

  24. Pass80,240 miles (+10,450)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    80,240 miles
    Test number
    220203279409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge.

  25. Pass69,790 miles (+8,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    69,790 miles
    Test number
    702473248117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass61,409 miles (+6,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    61,409 miles
    Test number
    490003747145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass54,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,953 miles
    Test number
    854871356131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB02 YZN

Does LB02 YZN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB02 YZN is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB02 YZN?
The MOT on LB02 YZN is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB02 YZN done?
LB02 YZN was recorded at 138,203 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 4,214 miles a year.
Has LB02 YZN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 YZN has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LB02 YZN 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 YZN find?
LB02 YZN passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides; nearside rear hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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