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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LF02 EGUMOT history

LF02 EGU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 65,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

LF02 EGU 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 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
65,423 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 EGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 EGU was last recorded at 65,423 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 800 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,623 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
800 miles
Average per year
2,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,423 miles
  • 2024 – 64,623 miles
  • 2022 – 62,920 miles
  • 2021 – 61,429 miles
  • 2020 – 60,451 miles
  • 2018 – 57,988 miles
  • 2017 – 56,070 miles
  • 2016 – 54,222 miles
  • 2015 – 49,819 miles
  • 2014 – 47,164 miles
  • 2013 – 44,308 miles
  • 2012 – 41,466 miles
  • 2011 – 37,965 miles
  • 2010 – 34,884 miles
  • 2009 – 31,103 miles
  • 2008 – 27,765 miles
  • 2007 – 23,893 miles
  • 2006 – 19,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,423 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside & Offside (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,423 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    65,423 miles
    Test number
    100416889340
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside & Offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail65,423 miles (+800)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,423 miles
    Test number
    678367564697
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside & Offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass64,623 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    64,623 miles
    Test number
    938133831902
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront stabilisers linkage corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail64,623 miles (+579)2 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,623 miles
    Test number
    808322698460
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront stabilisers linkage corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass64,044 miles (+1,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    64,044 miles
    Test number
    442506618178
    • 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))

  6. Pass62,920 miles (+1,491)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    62,920 miles
    Test number
    289302110538
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass61,429 miles (+978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    61,429 miles
    Test number
    481439960651
    • 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))

  8. Pass60,451 miles (+777)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    60,451 miles
    Test number
    215123104032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,674 miles (+1,686)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,674 miles
    Test number
    916244382812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,988 miles (+1,918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    57,988 miles
    Test number
    204050614721
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass56,070 miles (+1,848)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    56,070 miles
    Test number
    604902489682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,222 miles (+2,141)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    54,222 miles
    Test number
    511528829498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    52,081 miles
    Test number
    246563925925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,081 miles (+2,262)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,081 miles
    Test number
    599585327171
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass49,819 miles (+2,655)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    49,819 miles
    Test number
    476930445060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,164 miles (+2,856)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    47,164 miles
    Test number
    885068344024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    44,308 miles
    Test number
    165464843030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail44,308 miles (+2,842)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,308 miles
    Test number
    768444843013
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass41,466 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,466 miles
    Test number
    945851342078
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyres are cut on sidewalls very close to cords
    • NoteOil leaking on to exhaust

  20. Fail41,466 miles (+3,501)1 dangerous1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,466 miles
    Test number
    286231642062
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s rear and o/s front tyres are cut on sidewalls very close to cords
    • NoteOil leaking on to exhaust

  21. Pass37,965 miles (+3,081)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    37,965 miles
    Test number
    138051141479
    • NoteBad oil leak
    • NoteFront suspension lower arm rear bushes are worn
    • NoteO/s rear and o/s front tyres are cut on sidewalls

  22. Pass34,884 miles (+3,781)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    34,884 miles
    Test number
    602377240009
    • NoteN/s rear tyre is cut on sidewall

  23. Pass31,103 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    31,103 miles
    Test number
    583704119088
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront suspension lower arm rear bushes are very worn
    • NoteN/s front tyre is cut on sidewall

  24. Fail31,103 miles (+3,338)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,103 miles
    Test number
    991844119060
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront suspension lower arm rear bushes are very worn
    • NoteN/s front tyre is cut on sidewall

  25. Pass27,765 miles (+111)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,765 miles
    Test number
    902809448040
    • NoteN/s front tyre is cut on sidewall

  26. Fail27,654 miles (+3,761)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,654 miles
    Test number
    592944348004
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s front tyre is cut on sidewall

  27. Pass23,893 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,893 miles
    Test number
    182344947086
    • NoteN/s front tyre is cut on sidewall

  28. Fail23,893 miles (+4,287)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,893 miles
    Test number
    702564747019
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s front tyre is cut on sidewall

  29. Pass19,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,606 miles
    Test number
    770661466087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail19,606 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,606 miles
    Test number
    683000466072
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LF02 EGU

Does LF02 EGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 EGU is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LF02 EGU?
The MOT on LF02 EGU is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 EGU done?
LF02 EGU was recorded at 65,423 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 2,319 miles a year.
Has LF02 EGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 EGU has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LF02 EGU 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 EGU find?
LF02 EGU passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside & offside; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside & offside.

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