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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LF02 GJEMOT history

LF02 GJE is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 183,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.

LF02 GJE 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 Apr 2027
Mileage
183,150 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 GJE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
5 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 GJE was last recorded at 183,150 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 4,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Sept 2015: 160,713 miles, lower than 160,714 miles on 17 Jun 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
179,036 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,114 miles
Average per year
5,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,150 miles
  • 2025 – 179,036 miles
  • 2020 – 174,001 miles
  • 2017 – 172,862 miles
  • 2016 – 164,985 miles
  • 2015 – 160,713 miles
  • 2014 – 151,131 miles
  • 2013 – 139,732 miles
  • 2012 – 134,111 miles
  • 2010 – 125,804 miles
  • 2009 – 113,345 miles
  • 2008 – 100,699 miles
  • 2007 – 89,097 miles
  • 2006 – 76,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,150 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle has corrosion underneath All suspension components Corroded

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,150 miles (+4,114)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    183,150 miles
    Test number
    466720497139
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has corrosion underneath All suspension components Corroded

  2. Pass179,036 miles (+5,035)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    179,036 miles
    Test number
    273641921586
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  3. Pass174,001 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    174,001 miles
    Test number
    866915312124
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front & rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly both (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll under vehicle surface & components general corrosion including side sills

  4. Fail174,001 miles (+1,139)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,001 miles
    Test number
    650805522911
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator not working front & rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front & rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly both (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll under vehicle surface & components general corrosion including side sills

  5. Pass172,862 miles (+7,877)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    172,862 miles
    Test number
    623059132874
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Body has slight corrosion sill rust present (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Body has slight corrosion sill rust present (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  6. Pass164,985 miles (+4,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    164,985 miles
    Test number
    441939937827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass160,713 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    160,713 miles
    Test number
    542181804209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail160,714 miles (+9,583)11 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,714 miles
    Test number
    935998565184
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNO OIL!!!!!!!
    • NoteOSF tyre flat

  9. Pass151,131 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    151,131 miles
    Test number
    208307754147
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight corrosion O/S/R wheel arch

  10. Fail151,131 miles (+11,399)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,131 miles
    Test number
    438275654187
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight corrosion O/S/R wheel arch

  11. Pass139,732 miles (+5,621)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    139,732 miles
    Test number
    656079363144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass134,111 miles (+8,307)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    134,111 miles
    Test number
    838448122006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass125,804 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    125,804 miles
    Test number
    460541440321
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight rusting to both rear brake pipes /front pads wearing close to limits /slight movement in o/s/f lower arm rear bush

  14. Fail125,804 miles (+12,459)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,804 miles
    Test number
    690096930334
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight rusting to both rear brake pipes /front pads wearing close to limits /slight movement in o/s/f lower arm rear bush

  15. Pass113,345 miles (+12,646)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    113,345 miles
    Test number
    703660019321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag lamp on

  16. Pass100,699 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    100,699 miles
    Test number
    431395908400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail100,699 miles (+11,602)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,699 miles
    Test number
    581415308351
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass89,097 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    89,097 miles
    Test number
    970313717330
    • NoteBoth rear tyres close to limits
    • NoteChip in b zone not exceeding 40 mm
    • NoteOff side rear tyre nail in tread
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  19. Fail89,097 miles (+12,242)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,097 miles
    Test number
    163833217314
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres close to limits
    • NoteChip in b zone not exceeding 40 mm
    • NoteOff side rear tyre nail in tread
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  20. Pass76,855 miles (+974)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    76,855 miles
    Test number
    432740816429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    75,881 miles
    Test number
    634136176001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 GJE

Does LF02 GJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 GJE is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 GJE?
The MOT on LF02 GJE is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 GJE done?
LF02 GJE was recorded at 183,150 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 5,355 miles a year.
Has LF02 GJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 GJE has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LF02 GJE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF02 GJE find?
LF02 GJE passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; vehicle has corrosion underneath all suspension components corroded.

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