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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LF02 RROMOT history

LF02 RRO is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 171,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

LF02 RRO 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 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
171,221 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,728 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 RRO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 RRO was last recorded at 171,221 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,221 miles · 6 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,728 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,221 miles
  • 2025 – 163,449 miles
  • 2024 – 156,083 miles
  • 2023 – 148,516 miles
  • 2022 – 142,321 miles
  • 2021 – 134,985 miles
  • 2020 – 131,378 miles
  • 2019 – 126,488 miles
  • 2018 – 119,616 miles
  • 2017 – 110,505 miles
  • 2016 – 106,652 miles
  • 2015 – 103,362 miles
  • 2014 – 94,646 miles
  • 2013 – 83,899 miles
  • 2012 – 78,730 miles
  • 2011 – 72,876 miles
  • 2010 – 67,422 miles
  • 2009 – 61,144 miles
  • 2008 – 53,649 miles
  • 2007 – 45,244 miles
  • 2006 – 36,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,221 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge prematurely worn (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass171,221 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    171,221 miles
    Test number
    868141569082
    • AdvisoryFront Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge prematurely worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Fail171,221 miles (+7,772)6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,221 miles
    Test number
    414559981077
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge prematurely worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Pass163,449 miles (+7,366)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    163,449 miles
    Test number
    447807653826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass156,083 miles (+7,567)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    156,083 miles
    Test number
    739705902547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass148,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    148,516 miles
    Test number
    861800799767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail148,516 miles (+6,195)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,516 miles
    Test number
    500946164180
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass142,321 miles (+7,336)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    142,321 miles
    Test number
    761115295919
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass134,985 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    134,985 miles
    Test number
    667879130595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,378 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    131,378 miles
    Test number
    284817250124
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail131,378 miles (+4,890)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,378 miles
    Test number
    897610010251
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass126,488 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    126,488 miles
    Test number
    697038916041
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Fail126,488 miles (+6,872)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,488 miles
    Test number
    816090923574
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Pass119,616 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    119,616 miles
    Test number
    653904871821
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Fail119,616 miles (+9,111)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,616 miles
    Test number
    319460290868
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective link broken (1.7.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  15. Pass110,505 miles (+3,853)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    110,505 miles
    Test number
    618178162372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass106,652 miles (+3,290)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    106,652 miles
    Test number
    664241554096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass103,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    103,362 miles
    Test number
    955995855046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail103,362 miles (+8,716)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,362 miles
    Test number
    668285555006
    • FailureNearside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass94,646 miles (+10,747)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    94,646 miles
    Test number
    197430184401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,899 miles (+5,169)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    83,899 miles
    Test number
    426158973094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    78,730 miles
    Test number
    217286662084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail78,730 miles (+5,854)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,730 miles
    Test number
    309036962040
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteHead lamp washers not working
  23. Pass72,876 miles (+5,454)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    72,876 miles
    Test number
    915354291061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,422 miles (+6,278)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,422 miles
    Test number
    554669680012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass61,144 miles (+7,495)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,144 miles
    Test number
    263490699040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass53,649 miles (+8,405)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    53,649 miles
    Test number
    331115228075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,244 miles (+8,954)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    45,244 miles
    Test number
    253184957028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    36,290 miles
    Test number
    113921256448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 RRO

Does LF02 RRO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 RRO is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 RRO?
The MOT on LF02 RRO is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 RRO done?
LF02 RRO was recorded at 171,221 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 6,728 miles a year.
Has LF02 RRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 RRO has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LF02 RRO 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 RRO find?
LF02 RRO passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 9 advisories: front drive belt worn, but not excessively; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn, and 6 more.

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