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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LF02 RFNMOT history

LF02 RFN is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2026 and it has passed 22 of 35 MOT tests, with 213,061 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2025.

LF02 RFN 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 9 Aug 2026
Mileage
213,061 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2025
MOT tests
35
22 passed · 13 failed
Per year
8,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 RFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 RFN was last recorded at 213,061 miles on 16 Jul 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,061 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 213,061 miles
  • 2024 – 205,377 miles
  • 2023 – 198,252 miles
  • 2022 – 192,729 miles
  • 2021 – 189,288 miles
  • 2020 – 183,662 miles
  • 2019 – 177,955 miles
  • 2018 – 171,130 miles
  • 2017 – 164,627 miles
  • 2016 – 155,432 miles
  • 2015 – 144,924 miles
  • 2014 – 135,373 miles
  • 2013 – 129,102 miles
  • 2012 – 121,611 miles
  • 2011 – 115,005 miles
  • 2010 – 108,876 miles
  • 2009 – 92,632 miles
  • 2008 – 78,136 miles
  • 2007 – 62,198 miles
  • 2006 – 47,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,061 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid to rear joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,061 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    213,061 miles
    Test number
    217091718828
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail213,061 miles (+7,684)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,061 miles
    Test number
    596532193380
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass205,377 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    205,377 miles
    Test number
    401859552830
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail205,377 miles (+7,125)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,377 miles
    Test number
    432925586730
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass198,252 miles (+5,523)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    198,252 miles
    Test number
    378926538182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass192,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    192,729 miles
    Test number
    390056106543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail192,728 miles (+3,440)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,728 miles
    Test number
    868828677145
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass189,288 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    189,288 miles
    Test number
    356537666320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail189,284 miles (+5,622)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,284 miles
    Test number
    415758872195
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass183,662 miles (+73)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    183,662 miles
    Test number
    989333518355
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi back (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail183,589 miles (+5,634)3 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,589 miles
    Test number
    333061213815
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached chrome rod corroded and weakened (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached chrome rod corroded and weakened (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi back (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass177,955 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    177,955 miles
    Test number
    951035326615
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail177,955 miles (+6,825)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,955 miles
    Test number
    938377370416
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass171,130 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    171,130 miles
    Test number
    644561053389
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses both sides
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose ferrules corroded

  15. Fail171,130 miles (+6,503)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,130 miles
    Test number
    590865221543
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses both sides
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose ferrules corroded

  16. Pass164,627 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    164,627 miles
    Test number
    656580901411
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear, both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

  17. Fail164,627 miles (+9,195)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,627 miles
    Test number
    560861124038
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear, both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

  18. Pass155,432 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    155,432 miles
    Test number
    160735714532
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail155,432 miles (+10,508)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,432 miles
    Test number
    726432416920
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass144,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    144,924 miles
    Test number
    495336769048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail144,924 miles (+9,551)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,924 miles
    Test number
    586876287683
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (3.7.B.5b)

  22. Pass135,373 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    135,373 miles
    Test number
    785357564299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail135,370 miles (+6,268)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,370 miles
    Test number
    357906964463
    • 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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass129,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    129,102 miles
    Test number
    365679333261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail129,102 miles (+7,491)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,102 miles
    Test number
    896649233273
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass121,611 miles (+6,606)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    121,611 miles
    Test number
    556518552295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass115,005 miles (+6,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    115,005 miles
    Test number
    105038541269
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass108,876 miles (+2,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    108,876 miles
    Test number
    773640470268
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass106,672 miles (+14,040)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    106,672 miles
    Test number
    863957860161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  30. Pass92,632 miles (+14,496)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    92,632 miles
    Test number
    792244979179
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDeep cuts evident in o/s/rear tyre.
    • NoteWiper blades starting to wear.

  31. Pass78,136 miles (+15,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    78,136 miles
    Test number
    191707378179
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  32. Pass62,198 miles (+1,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    62,198 miles
    Test number
    202339477412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass61,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    61,094 miles
    Test number
    181379677032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail61,094 miles (+13,579)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,094 miles
    Test number
    950209477052
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition
    • NoteSlight lift wear at front suspension nearside and offside lower ball joints

  35. Pass47,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,515 miles
    Test number
    610912286081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 RFN

Does LF02 RFN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 RFN expired on 9 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 RFN?
The MOT on LF02 RFN expired on 9 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 RFN done?
LF02 RFN was recorded at 213,061 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2025, an average of 8,571 miles a year.
Has LF02 RFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 RFN has failed 13 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LF02 RFN 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 RFN find?
LF02 RFN passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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