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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LF02 RCXMOT history

LF02 RCX is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2022 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 157,225 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2022.

LF02 RCX blue 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 19 Jan 2022
Mileage
157,225 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 RCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
7 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF02 RCX was last recorded at 157,225 miles on 24 Jan 2022, 6,630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,595 miles · 20 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
6,630 miles
Average per year
6,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 157,225 miles
  • 2021 – 150,595 miles
  • 2017 – 149,591 miles
  • 2016 – 146,074 miles
  • 2015 – 144,120 miles
  • 2014 – 136,835 miles
  • 2013 – 119,108 miles
  • 2011 – 115,589 miles
  • 2010 – 103,347 miles
  • 2009 – 98,360 miles
  • 2008 – 89,785 miles
  • 2007 – 76,806 miles
  • 2006 – 63,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail157,225 miles
  • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail157,225 miles (+6,630)1 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,225 miles
    Test number
    351184735203
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,595 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    150,595 miles
    Test number
    418789213115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s( pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s( pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail150,589 miles (+998)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,589 miles
    Test number
    897786875733
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s( pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s( pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass149,591 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    149,591 miles
    Test number
    799521004238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail149,590 miles (+3,516)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,590 miles
    Test number
    700332240564
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate air bag (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass146,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    146,074 miles
    Test number
    138658365049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail146,074 miles (+1,954)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,074 miles
    Test number
    772273362241
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  8. Pass144,120 miles (+7,285)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    144,120 miles
    Test number
    727688165064
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play in front lower ball joints
    • NoteSlight play in rack ends

  9. Pass136,835 miles (+492)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    136,835 miles
    Test number
    166655254006
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Fail136,343 miles (+17,235)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,343 miles
    Test number
    249035944053
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass119,108 miles (+3,519)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    119,108 miles
    Test number
    848023033010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,589 miles (+12,242)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    115,589 miles
    Test number
    937423421289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,347 miles (+4,987)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    103,347 miles
    Test number
    994694100279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    98,360 miles
    Test number
    172498439287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail98,360 miles (+8,575)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,360 miles
    Test number
    473768239290
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass89,785 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    89,785 miles
    Test number
    313305628355
    • NoteN/s/ door mirror is cracked
    • NoteN/s/f lower arm rear bush has play

  17. Fail89,785 miles (+12,979)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,785 miles
    Test number
    494125728343
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/ door mirror is cracked
    • NoteN/s/f lower arm rear bush has play

  18. Pass76,806 miles (+13,630)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    76,806 miles
    Test number
    650088417308
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  19. Pass63,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    63,176 miles
    Test number
    784605326324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,176 miles4 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,176 miles
    Test number
    884199016336
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre cut in outer side wall

Questions about LF02 RCX

Does LF02 RCX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 RCX expired on 19 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 RCX?
The MOT on LF02 RCX expired on 19 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 RCX done?
LF02 RCX was recorded at 157,225 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2022, an average of 6,191 miles a year.
Has LF02 RCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 RCX has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LF02 RCX 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 RCX find?
LF02 RCX failed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects and 2 advisories: rear tyre has ply or cords exposed both; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn, and 9 more.

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