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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LF02 ROUMOT history

LF02 ROU is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 110,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

LF02 ROU green 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 25 Oct 2026
Mileage
110,985 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 ROU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 ROU was last recorded at 110,985 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,981 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,985 miles
  • 2024 – 108,278 miles
  • 2023 – 106,593 miles
  • 2022 – 104,394 miles
  • 2021 – 102,649 miles
  • 2020 – 99,900 miles
  • 2019 – 97,155 miles
  • 2018 – 93,879 miles
  • 2017 – 91,279 miles
  • 2016 – 89,240 miles
  • 2015 – 85,091 miles
  • 2014 – 81,140 miles
  • 2013 – 77,502 miles
  • 2012 – 72,637 miles
  • 2011 – 64,671 miles
  • 2010 – 59,034 miles
  • 2009 – 51,642 miles
  • 2008 – 48,269 miles
  • 2007 – 42,974 miles
  • 2006 – 33,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,985 miles
  • AdvisoryFront both front wings corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both and rear shocks corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth rear and both front hubs corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Coil spring corroded both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,985 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    110,985 miles
    Test number
    356793638130
    • AdvisoryFront both front wings corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both and rear shocks corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear and both front hubs corroded

  2. Fail110,981 miles (+2,703)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,981 miles
    Test number
    787067229011
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced both front (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront both front wings corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both and rear shocks corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear and both front hubs corroded

  3. Pass108,278 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    108,278 miles
    Test number
    671398919465
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail108,278 miles (+1,685)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,278 miles
    Test number
    913785485312
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass106,593 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    106,593 miles
    Test number
    785997630628
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail106,589 miles (+2,195)1 dangerous2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,589 miles
    Test number
    491393655029
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to nearside and offside outer sill

  7. Pass104,394 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    104,394 miles
    Test number
    812636668372
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil spring and rear shocks corroded
    • AdvisoryOff side rear wheel arch corroded

  8. Fail104,378 miles (+1,729)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,378 miles
    Test number
    481726046475
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative Actuator disconnected (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass102,649 miles (+2,749)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    102,649 miles
    Test number
    333266376126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,900 miles
    Test number
    183139250824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,900 miles (+2,745)3 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,900 miles
    Test number
    715240453430
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements deteriorated (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

  12. Pass97,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,155 miles
    Test number
    525439977874
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail97,115 miles (+3,236)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,115 miles
    Test number
    134242004378
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass93,879 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,879 miles
    Test number
    805438973405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail93,879 miles (+53)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,879 miles
    Test number
    706755472724
    • FailureParking brake lever inappropriately repaired (3.1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both front rear over tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail93,826 miles (+2,547)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,826 miles
    Test number
    692991446659
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass91,279 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,279 miles
    Test number
    714864398596
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryLink on suspension switch broken o/s/f
    • AdvisoryValve stems perished

  18. Fail91,279 miles (+2,039)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,279 miles
    Test number
    163117679894
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryLink on suspension switch broken o/s/f
    • AdvisoryValve stems perished

  19. Pass89,240 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    89,240 miles
    Test number
    285758622342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake effort low

  20. Fail89,240 miles (+4,149)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,240 miles
    Test number
    337431114359
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake effort low

  21. Pass85,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    85,091 miles
    Test number
    925496725157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail85,091 miles (+3,951)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,091 miles
    Test number
    299236725452
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  23. Pass81,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,140 miles
    Test number
    205190744134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail81,140 miles (+3,638)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,140 miles
    Test number
    366790844139
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  25. Pass77,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    77,502 miles
    Test number
    255171343452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail77,502 miles (+4,865)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,502 miles
    Test number
    435551743133
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  27. Pass72,637 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    72,637 miles
    Test number
    838159432100
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteO/s front tyre perishing on walls.

  28. Fail72,637 miles (+7,966)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,637 miles
    Test number
    405989532102
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteO/s front tyre perishing on walls.

  29. Pass64,671 miles (+5,637)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    64,671 miles
    Test number
    259148131426
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteVehicle near emissions near limits

  30. Pass59,034 miles (+7,392)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2011
    Odometer
    59,034 miles
    Test number
    682619930130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass51,642 miles (+3,373)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    51,642 miles
    Test number
    741989139139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass48,269 miles (+5,295)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    48,269 miles
    Test number
    233584248498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass42,974 miles (+9,107)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    42,974 miles
    Test number
    324083547196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass33,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    33,867 miles
    Test number
    813843086029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 ROU

Does LF02 ROU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 ROU expired on 25 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 ROU?
The MOT on LF02 ROU expired on 25 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 ROU done?
LF02 ROU was recorded at 110,985 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 3,939 miles a year.
Has LF02 ROU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 ROU has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LF02 ROU 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 ROU find?
LF02 ROU passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: front both front wings corroded; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both; rear coil spring corroded both and rear shocks corroded, and 1 more.

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