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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LF02 HDUMOT history

LF02 HDU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 142,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2025.

LF02 HDU silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2026
Mileage
142,269 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,316 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 HDU
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
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 HDU was last recorded at 142,269 miles on 26 Jun 2025, 1,172 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,097 miles · 2 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,172 miles
Average per year
5,316 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,269 miles
  • 2024 – 141,097 miles
  • 2023 – 135,583 miles
  • 2022 – 128,054 miles
  • 2021 – 119,420 miles
  • 2020 – 111,359 miles
  • 2019 – 109,575 miles
  • 2018 – 104,422 miles
  • 2017 – 103,845 miles
  • 2016 – 96,279 miles
  • 2015 – 88,327 miles
  • 2014 – 86,629 miles
  • 2013 – 83,923 miles
  • 2012 – 80,598 miles
  • 2011 – 75,754 miles
  • 2010 – 71,830 miles
  • 2009 – 65,163 miles
  • 2008 – 57,187 miles
  • 2007 – 49,835 miles
  • 2006 – 40,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,269 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle underbody has slight corrosion

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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,269 miles (+1,172)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    142,269 miles
    Test number
    825549835007
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody has slight corrosion
  2. Pass141,097 miles (+5,514)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    141,097 miles
    Test number
    567177736362
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
  3. Pass135,583 miles (+7,529)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    135,583 miles
    Test number
    388566086213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack inner joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass128,054 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    128,054 miles
    Test number
    352270962204
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near jacking point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near jacking point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail128,054 miles (+132)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,054 miles
    Test number
    813744127182
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near jacking point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near jacking point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail127,922 miles (+8,502)1 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,922 miles
    Test number
    709362293670
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame and floor pans corroded
  7. Pass119,420 miles (+8,061)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    119,420 miles
    Test number
    205877917660
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort n/s/r
  8. Pass111,359 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,359 miles
    Test number
    780885341912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. Fail111,357 miles (+1,782)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,357 miles
    Test number
    113176022216
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  10. Pass109,575 miles (+5,153)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    109,575 miles
    Test number
    520216811338
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection
  11. Pass104,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    104,422 miles
    Test number
    374315231786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,422 miles (+577)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,422 miles
    Test number
    281095287068
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass103,845 miles (+7,566)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    103,845 miles
    Test number
    634483218546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    96,279 miles
    Test number
    457055150585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail96,279 miles (+7,952)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,279 miles
    Test number
    455650538153
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  16. Pass88,327 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    88,327 miles
    Test number
    285870555490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,319 miles (+1,690)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,319 miles
    Test number
    606746445107
    • FailureNearside Front Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  18. Pass86,629 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    86,629 miles
    Test number
    979054204204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,621 miles (+2,698)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,621 miles
    Test number
    139063304250
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  20. Pass83,923 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    83,923 miles
    Test number
    278573363101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,861 miles (+3,263)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,861 miles
    Test number
    956337253197
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  22. Pass80,598 miles (+4,844)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    80,598 miles
    Test number
    616685962186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside tyre wall slightly damaged
  23. Pass75,754 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    75,754 miles
    Test number
    505750261133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front tyre damaged but just o.k.
  24. Fail75,754 miles (+3,924)1 dangerous7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,754 miles
    Test number
    629128251118
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre damaged but just o.k.
  25. Pass71,830 miles (+6,667)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    71,830 miles
    Test number
    351137340184
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  26. Pass65,163 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    65,163 miles
    Test number
    294638049173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  27. Fail65,124 miles (+7,937)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,124 miles
    Test number
    300071249147
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  28. Pass57,187 miles (+7,352)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    57,187 miles
    Test number
    863540058146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass49,835 miles (+9,247)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    49,835 miles
    Test number
    691370657174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass40,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,588 miles
    Test number
    890831536106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail40,587 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,587 miles
    Test number
    283501236420
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LF02 HDU

Does LF02 HDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 HDU expired on 25 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 HDU?
The MOT on LF02 HDU expired on 25 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 HDU done?
LF02 HDU was recorded at 142,269 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2025, an average of 5,316 miles a year.
Has LF02 HDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 HDU has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LF02 HDU 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 HDU find?
LF02 HDU passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2025 with 3 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; vehicle underbody has slight corrosion.

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