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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LC02 BWBMOT history

LC02 BWB is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 132,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

LC02 BWB silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
132,421 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC02 BWB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
3 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC02 BWB was last recorded at 132,421 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 4,795 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,626 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,795 miles
Average per year
4,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,421 miles
  • 2024 – 127,626 miles
  • 2023 – 120,564 miles
  • 2022 – 118,375 miles
  • 2021 – 114,534 miles
  • 2020 – 111,075 miles
  • 2019 – 103,893 miles
  • 2018 – 96,598 miles
  • 2017 – 92,604 miles
  • 2016 – 89,445 miles
  • 2015 – 85,409 miles
  • 2014 – 79,813 miles
  • 2013 – 74,723 miles
  • 2012 – 71,818 miles
  • 2011 – 68,081 miles
  • 2010 – 61,647 miles
  • 2009 – 57,620 miles
  • 2008 – 52,912 miles
  • 2007 – 47,657 miles
  • 2006 – 43,126 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,421 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,421 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    132,421 miles
    Test number
    275473167215
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,421 miles (+4,795)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,421 miles
    Test number
    780521633993
    • Repaired at testFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,626 miles (+7,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    127,626 miles
    Test number
    249371549943
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass120,564 miles (+2,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    120,564 miles
    Test number
    287386918415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass118,375 miles (+3,841)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    118,375 miles
    Test number
    597059166862
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass114,534 miles (+3,459)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    114,534 miles
    Test number
    672381315758
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass111,075 miles (+7,182)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,075 miles
    Test number
    307522503508
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass103,893 miles (+7,295)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    103,893 miles
    Test number
    569218899375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,598 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    96,598 miles
    Test number
    767952583495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded as marked (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded as marked (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail96,598 miles (+3,994)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,598 miles
    Test number
    956798126454
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded as marked (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded as marked (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass92,604 miles (+3,159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,604 miles
    Test number
    903832635113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  12. Pass89,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    89,445 miles
    Test number
    532656842304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,445 miles (+30)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,445 miles
    Test number
    920287561675
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Fail89,415 miles (+4,006)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,415 miles
    Test number
    739384492858
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner reflectors coming away
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to split

  15. Pass85,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,409 miles
    Test number
    295612665189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,409 miles (+5,596)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,409 miles
    Test number
    978302365148
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass79,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    79,813 miles
    Test number
    825426624151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail79,813 miles (+5,090)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,813 miles
    Test number
    836826724192
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass74,723 miles (+2,905)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    74,723 miles
    Test number
    265065213194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,818 miles (+3,737)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    71,818 miles
    Test number
    207208732139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,081 miles (+6,434)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,081 miles
    Test number
    218073831186
    • NoteWear in front lower arm bushes.

  22. Pass61,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    61,647 miles
    Test number
    123744020191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,647 miles (+4,027)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,647 miles
    Test number
    813384620148
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass57,620 miles (+4,708)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    57,620 miles
    Test number
    832639329113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass52,912 miles (+5,255)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    52,912 miles
    Test number
    122902918169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,657 miles (+4,531)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    47,657 miles
    Test number
    394125227175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,126 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    43,126 miles
    Test number
    372413226130
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are badly worn.
    • NoteO/s front tyre wearing low on inner edge.

Questions about LC02 BWB

Does LC02 BWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC02 BWB is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC02 BWB?
The MOT on LC02 BWB is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC02 BWB done?
LC02 BWB was recorded at 132,421 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 4,558 miles a year.
Has LC02 BWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC02 BWB has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LC02 BWB 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 LC02 BWB find?
LC02 BWB passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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