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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,895 cc

LF02 WNOMOT history

LF02 WNO is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 140,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

LF02 WNO blue 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 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
140,278 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 WNO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
8 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 WNO was last recorded at 140,278 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jul 2010: 65,691 miles, lower than 88,668 miles on 30 Jul 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
140,278 miles · 19 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,278 miles
  • 2025 – 134,830 miles
  • 2024 – 129,377 miles
  • 2023 – 124,234 miles
  • 2021 – 114,962 miles
  • 2020 – 112,760 miles
  • 2019 – 109,346 miles
  • 2018 – 101,599 miles
  • 2017 – 94,421 miles
  • 2016 – 90,396 miles
  • 2015 – 86,448 miles
  • 2014 – 84,040 miles
  • 2013 – 79,300 miles
  • 2012 – 75,692 miles
  • 2011 – 73,109 miles
  • 2010 – 65,691 miles
  • 2009 – 88,668 miles
  • 2008 – 44,579 miles
  • 2007 – 31,990 miles
  • 2006 – 22,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,278 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Engine MIL light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    140,278 miles
    Test number
    259100665774
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail140,278 miles (+5,448)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,278 miles
    Test number
    852052910068
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,830 miles (+5,453)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    134,830 miles
    Test number
    201365530146
    • AdvisoryN/S/F wheel very noisy to rotate possibly discs condition & both rears slightly noisy again brake dust shields noisy.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Jacking point & sill corroded crushed
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass129,377 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    129,377 miles
    Test number
    287815766491
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to nsr pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail129,375 miles (+5,141)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,375 miles
    Test number
    254242291052
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to nsr pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL light on

  6. Pass124,234 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    124,234 miles
    Test number
    423250028143
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out inner edge and cracked s/wall 205 55 16 91v (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine mil light on

  7. Fail124,234 miles (+9,272)8 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,234 miles
    Test number
    498677765436
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill inner and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out inner edge and cracked s/wall 205 55 16 91v (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine mil light on

  8. Pass114,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    114,962 miles
    Test number
    955455072341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail114,962 miles (+2,202)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,962 miles
    Test number
    706451661855
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass112,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    112,760 miles
    Test number
    788447367891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail112,760 miles (+3,414)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,760 miles
    Test number
    553953282985
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass109,346 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    109,346 miles
    Test number
    428273781723
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail109,346 miles (+7,747)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,346 miles
    Test number
    102932132953
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass101,599 miles (+88)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    101,599 miles
    Test number
    195597343639
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Fail101,511 miles (+7,090)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,511 miles
    Test number
    933214496263
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill by jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill by rear jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Pass94,421 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    94,421 miles
    Test number
    504702069425
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryGearbox rear oil seal leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished quite badly age related 205 55 16
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished quite badly age related

  17. Fail94,421 miles (+4,025)1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,421 miles
    Test number
    704096102177
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure where tyre has been repaired (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryGearbox rear oil seal leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished quite badly age related 205 55 16
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished quite badly age related

  18. Pass90,396 miles (+3,948)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    90,396 miles
    Test number
    374935843134
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryGearbox rear oil seal leaking slightly

  19. Pass86,448 miles (+2,408)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    86,448 miles
    Test number
    856904305275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  20. Pass84,040 miles (+4,740)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,040 miles
    Test number
    548736904284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass79,300 miles (+3,608)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,300 miles
    Test number
    345380513499
    • NoteSmall engine oil leak

  22. Pass75,692 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    75,692 miles
    Test number
    138444792190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,690 miles (+2,581)1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,690 miles
    Test number
    476472192138
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brakes in poor condition

  24. Pass73,109 miles (+7,418)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,109 miles
    Test number
    349040401430
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  25. Pass65,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,691 miles
    Test number
    333221400439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail65,691 miles (-22,977)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,691 miles
    Test number
    312220600231
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  27. Pass88,668 miles (+44,089)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    88,668 miles
    Test number
    490601419286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass44,579 miles (+12,589)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    44,579 miles
    Test number
    752706068120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteExhaust downpipe bracket very rusty

  29. Pass31,990 miles (+9,093)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,990 miles
    Test number
    740183957165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass22,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    22,897 miles
    Test number
    550986046195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 WNO

Does LF02 WNO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 WNO is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 WNO?
The MOT on LF02 WNO is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 WNO done?
LF02 WNO was recorded at 140,278 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 5,796 miles a year.
Has LF02 WNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 WNO has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LF02 WNO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jul 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF02 WNO find?
LF02 WNO passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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