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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

LF02 AVYMOT history

LF02 AVY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 23 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 210,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2025.

LF02 AVY black 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 23 Jun 2026
Mileage
210,962 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 AVY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 AVY was last recorded at 210,962 miles on 20 Jun 2025, 7,780 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,182 miles · 24 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
7,780 miles
Average per year
7,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 210,962 miles
  • 2024 – 203,182 miles
  • 2022 – 202,674 miles
  • 2021 – 201,320 miles
  • 2019 – 199,230 miles
  • 2018 – 194,359 miles
  • 2017 – 190,800 miles
  • 2016 – 184,117 miles
  • 2015 – 175,352 miles
  • 2014 – 118,342 miles
  • 2013 – 109,728 miles
  • 2012 – 103,324 miles
  • 2011 – 98,834 miles
  • 2010 – 95,195 miles
  • 2008 – 79,380 miles
  • 2007 – 71,029 miles
  • 2006 – 58,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,962 miles
  • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components and underbody corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Os ns (5.3.4 (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.

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,962 miles (+7,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    210,962 miles
    Test number
    406739732681
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components and underbody corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Os ns (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass203,182 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    203,182 miles
    Test number
    772322129081
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail203,160 miles (+16)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,160 miles
    Test number
    776635321017
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired majority of outer arch not welded to inner arch and sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength near jacking point, welded section torn apart (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired majority of outer arch not welded to inner arch and sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced majority of outer arch not welded to inner arch and sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired majority of outer arch not welded to inner arch and sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail203,144 miles (+470)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,144 miles
    Test number
    977941381560
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively damaged front to rear - kinked near joint with brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced in wheelarch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced in wheelarch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass202,674 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    202,674 miles
    Test number
    500710315550
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail202,668 miles (+1,348)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,668 miles
    Test number
    566728273619
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rears (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Pass201,320 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    201,320 miles
    Test number
    124337150521
    • MinorPosition lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity both rear (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail201,320 miles (+2,090)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,320 miles
    Test number
    729214869332
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, beside fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, beside fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorPosition lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity both rear (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass199,230 miles (+4,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    199,230 miles
    Test number
    145065782996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass194,359 miles (+3,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    194,359 miles
    Test number
    986203470647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass190,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    190,800 miles
    Test number
    422751085033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail190,800 miles (+6,683)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,800 miles
    Test number
    263160249795
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass184,117 miles (+8,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    184,117 miles
    Test number
    838486609200
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  14. Pass175,352 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    175,352 miles
    Test number
    817435199102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Across axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail175,431 miles (+57,089)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,431 miles
    Test number
    270357591898
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Across axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass118,342 miles (+8,614)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    118,342 miles
    Test number
    255053084204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  17. Pass109,728 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    109,728 miles
    Test number
    525628493246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail109,725 miles (+6,401)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,725 miles
    Test number
    625984393254
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass103,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    103,324 miles
    Test number
    515551822121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail103,324 miles (+4,490)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,324 miles
    Test number
    489411822104
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteAll discs scored

  21. Pass98,834 miles (+3,639)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    98,834 miles
    Test number
    719607531115
    • NoteEngine smoking slightly may need attention soon
    • NoteFront o/side lower swivel worn

  22. Pass95,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    95,195 miles
    Test number
    890581530120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail95,195 miles (+15,815)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,195 miles
    Test number
    614201430179
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  24. Pass79,380 miles (+8,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    79,380 miles
    Test number
    191733398468
    • AdvisoryRear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated synthetic bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass71,029 miles (+12,547)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    71,029 miles
    Test number
    100120897437
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s front tyre slight damage to wall

  26. Pass58,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    58,482 miles
    Test number
    660290196030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail58,482 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,482 miles
    Test number
    270999786045
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LF02 AVY

Does LF02 AVY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 AVY expired on 23 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 AVY?
The MOT on LF02 AVY expired on 23 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 AVY done?
LF02 AVY was recorded at 210,962 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2025, an average of 7,931 miles a year.
Has LF02 AVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 AVY has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LF02 AVY 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 LF02 AVY find?
LF02 AVY passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2025 with 2 advisories: all rear suspension components and underbody corroded; rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement os ns.

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