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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LD02 PCUMOT history

LD02 PCU is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 125,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2022.

LD02 PCU green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2023
Mileage
125,387 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD02 PCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD02 PCU was last recorded at 125,387 miles on 14 Feb 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,387 miles · 7 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 125,387 miles
  • 2020 – 121,310 miles
  • 2019 – 117,990 miles
  • 2018 – 112,772 miles
  • 2017 – 108,266 miles
  • 2016 – 102,945 miles
  • 2015 – 95,511 miles
  • 2014 – 84,658 miles
  • 2013 – 74,098 miles
  • 2012 – 61,276 miles
  • 2011 – 49,229 miles
  • 2010 – 35,494 miles
  • 2009 – 24,558 miles
  • 2008 – 21,747 miles
  • 2007 – 18,766 miles
  • 2006 – 15,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,387 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing a full inspectionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,387 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    125,387 miles
    Test number
    415064231831
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection

  2. Fail125,387 miles (+4,077)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,387 miles
    Test number
    371508903459
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection

  3. Pass121,310 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    121,310 miles
    Test number
    464477168773
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONTS HOSES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail121,307 miles (+3,317)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,307 miles
    Test number
    439532396916
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONTS HOSES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,990 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    117,990 miles
    Test number
    416644485129
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT FLEXY HOSES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT TYRES PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail117,990 miles (+5,218)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,990 miles
    Test number
    626326257256
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT FLEXY HOSES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT TYRES PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass112,772 miles (+4,506)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    112,772 miles
    Test number
    641154744136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,266 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    108,266 miles
    Test number
    753041712914
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  9. Fail108,246 miles (+5,301)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,246 miles
    Test number
    930472979628
    • FailureEmissions not tested test started then aborted due to excessive smoke from vehicle (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (front to rear) (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (front to rear) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass102,945 miles (+7,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    102,945 miles
    Test number
    406670107801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass95,511 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    95,511 miles
    Test number
    977493005172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,410 miles (+10,752)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,410 miles
    Test number
    667420505195
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass84,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    84,658 miles
    Test number
    978756504182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,658 miles (+10,560)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,658 miles
    Test number
    378395104130
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass74,098 miles (+12,822)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,098 miles
    Test number
    945178393049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,276 miles (+12,047)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,276 miles
    Test number
    867207102124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,229 miles (+13,735)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    49,229 miles
    Test number
    625811401170
    • NoteFront brake pads worn close to limit

  18. Pass35,494 miles (+10,936)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,494 miles
    Test number
    602733100170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,558 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    24,558 miles
    Test number
    394265609165
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail24,558 miles (+2,811)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,558 miles
    Test number
    840425409185
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass21,747 miles (+2,981)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    21,747 miles
    Test number
    320981708196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,766 miles (+2,870)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,766 miles
    Test number
    733409307145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    15,896 miles
    Test number
    332858006159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD02 PCU

Does LD02 PCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD02 PCU expired on 13 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD02 PCU?
The MOT on LD02 PCU expired on 13 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD02 PCU done?
LD02 PCU was recorded at 125,387 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2022, an average of 6,918 miles a year.
Has LD02 PCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD02 PCU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LD02 PCU 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 LD02 PCU find?
LD02 PCU passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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