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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 3,246 cc

LF02 WSYMOT history

LF02 WSY is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 16 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 80,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

LF02 WSY black 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 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
80,176 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 WSY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 WSY was last recorded at 80,176 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,171 miles · 30 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,176 miles
  • 2024 – 80,171 miles
  • 2022 – 79,651 miles
  • 2021 – 78,512 miles
  • 2017 – 75,250 miles
  • 2016 – 69,871 miles
  • 2015 – 66,916 miles
  • 2014 – 64,434 miles
  • 2013 – 61,862 miles
  • 2012 – 59,589 miles
  • 2011 – 51,707 miles
  • 2010 – 39,848 miles
  • 2009 – 35,852 miles
  • 2008 – 31,395 miles
  • 2007 – 27,092 miles
  • 2006 – 21,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,176 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
  • AdvisoryLight misting of oil around rear diff

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Fuel cap seal perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Shock absorber's corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,176 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    80,176 miles
    Test number
    723077484006
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryLight misting of oil around rear diff

  2. Pass80,171 miles (+358)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    80,171 miles
    Test number
    270003108599
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger washer jet provides insufficient fluid
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass79,813 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    79,813 miles
    Test number
    325165981266
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber's corroded

  4. Fail79,808 miles (+157)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,808 miles
    Test number
    220976640529
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber's corroded

  5. Pass79,651 miles (+1,139)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    79,651 miles
    Test number
    512722305722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,512 miles (+3,262)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    78,512 miles
    Test number
    478393072115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,250 miles (+5,379)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,250 miles
    Test number
    867439613287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass69,871 miles (+2,955)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    69,871 miles
    Test number
    494141969359
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe to calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe to calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass66,916 miles (+2,482)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    66,916 miles
    Test number
    658997545062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,434 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,434 miles
    Test number
    467976814129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail64,424 miles (+2,562)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,424 miles
    Test number
    449283614148
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass61,862 miles (+2,273)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    61,862 miles
    Test number
    316054513107
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear tyres below limit on edges

  13. Pass59,589 miles (+7,882)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    59,589 miles
    Test number
    889826582095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs // pads (worn)

  14. Pass51,707 miles (+11,859)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    51,707 miles
    Test number
    726658591038
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass39,848 miles (+3,996)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,848 miles
    Test number
    252070800150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,852 miles (+4,457)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,852 miles
    Test number
    231135819401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,395 miles (+4,303)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,395 miles
    Test number
    560333008143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    27,092 miles
    Test number
    233996307437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail27,092 miles (+6,041)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,092 miles
    Test number
    532606507145
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass21,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    21,051 miles
    Test number
    661230006165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 WSY

Does LF02 WSY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 WSY is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 WSY?
The MOT on LF02 WSY is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 WSY done?
LF02 WSY was recorded at 80,176 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 2,923 miles a year.
Has LF02 WSY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 WSY has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LF02 WSY 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 WSY find?
LF02 WSY passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension corroded; light misting of oil around rear diff.

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