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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LO02 YFSMOT history

LO02 YFS is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 157,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

LO02 YFS grey 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 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
157,843 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,648 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO02 YFS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO02 YFS was last recorded at 157,843 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 1,749 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,094 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,749 miles
Average per year
5,648 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,843 miles
  • 2025 – 156,094 miles
  • 2024 – 152,491 miles
  • 2023 – 148,061 miles
  • 2022 – 143,768 miles
  • 2021 – 140,022 miles
  • 2020 – 136,411 miles
  • 2019 – 133,709 miles
  • 2018 – 131,819 miles
  • 2017 – 131,067 miles
  • 2016 – 127,108 miles
  • 2015 – 121,065 miles
  • 2014 – 114,578 miles
  • 2013 – 107,157 miles
  • 2012 – 99,655 miles
  • 2011 – 90,926 miles
  • 2010 – 82,058 miles
  • 2009 – 70,200 miles
  • 2008 – 64,682 miles
  • 2007 – 52,310 miles
  • 2006 – 41,912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,843 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass157,843 miles (+1,749)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    157,843 miles
    Test number
    267673230170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass156,094 miles (+3,603)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    156,094 miles
    Test number
    975495631649
    • 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. Pass152,491 miles (+4,430)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    152,491 miles
    Test number
    520011036583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass148,061 miles (+4,293)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    148,061 miles
    Test number
    833425606177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass143,768 miles (+16)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    143,768 miles
    Test number
    298656318024
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all 4 (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail143,752 miles (+3,730)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,752 miles
    Test number
    471425858484
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side very poor both sides (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all 4 (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass140,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    140,022 miles
    Test number
    963158538848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail140,022 miles (+3,611)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,022 miles
    Test number
    493190068219
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass136,411 miles (+2,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    136,411 miles
    Test number
    500111702988
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass133,709 miles (+1,890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    133,709 miles
    Test number
    208309255770
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass131,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    131,819 miles
    Test number
    119203840862
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail131,819 miles (+752)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,819 miles
    Test number
    353738126574
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass131,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    131,067 miles
    Test number
    118955007183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail131,067 miles (+3,959)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,067 miles
    Test number
    924335389297
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass127,108 miles (+6,043)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    127,108 miles
    Test number
    300270303499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass121,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    121,065 miles
    Test number
    996314118417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail121,065 miles (+6,487)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,065 miles
    Test number
    592638047653
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass114,578 miles (+7,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    114,578 miles
    Test number
    278358144233
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass107,157 miles (+125)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    107,157 miles
    Test number
    239611563208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  20. Fail107,032 miles (+7,377)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,032 miles
    Test number
    367895353472
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass99,655 miles (+8,729)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    99,655 miles
    Test number
    906509542277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass90,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    90,926 miles
    Test number
    637311901256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail90,926 miles (+8,868)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,926 miles
    Test number
    857521701262
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass82,058 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    82,058 miles
    Test number
    543061660151
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail82,058 miles (+11,858)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,058 miles
    Test number
    962971860183
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass70,200 miles (+5,518)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    70,200 miles
    Test number
    852544499008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass64,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,682 miles
    Test number
    140861868226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail64,682 miles (+12,372)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,682 miles
    Test number
    842531168286
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass52,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,310 miles
    Test number
    222542407433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail52,308 miles (+10,396)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,308 miles
    Test number
    892062107180
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  31. Pass41,912 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    41,912 miles
    Test number
    111137086033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LO02 YFS

Does LO02 YFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO02 YFS is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO02 YFS?
The MOT on LO02 YFS is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO02 YFS done?
LO02 YFS was recorded at 157,843 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 5,648 miles a year.
Has LO02 YFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO02 YFS has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LO02 YFS 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 LO02 YFS find?
LO02 YFS passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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