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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LP02 AZGMOT history

LP02 AZG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Aug 2002. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 123,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2022.

LP02 AZG blue 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 1 Dec 2023
Mileage
123,015 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,077 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP02 AZG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Aug 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP02 AZG was last recorded at 123,015 miles on 18 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Nov 2021: 123,015 miles, lower than 999,999 miles on 21 Nov 2019.

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
999,999 miles · 21 Nov 2019
Average per year
4,077 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 123,015 miles
  • 2019 – 999,999 miles
  • 2018 – 115,464 miles
  • 2017 – 114,827 miles
  • 2016 – 109,583 miles
  • 2015 – 105,169 miles
  • 2014 – 100,946 miles
  • 2013 – 98,975 miles
  • 2012 – 96,009 miles
  • 2011 – 92,977 miles
  • 2010 – 90,047 miles
  • 2008 – 85,690 miles
  • 2007 – 70,777 miles
  • 2006 – 61,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    600451053260
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    825523643015
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass123,015 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    123,015 miles
    Test number
    314527005461
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft coupling crack.

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    314708063903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    505574092155
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass999,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    999,999 miles
    Test number
    632145326237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail999,999 miles (+884,535)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    999,999 miles
    Test number
    567437475701
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass115,464 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    115,464 miles
    Test number
    100373601067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail115,464 miles (+637)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,464 miles
    Test number
    281971555870
    • Repaired at testBrake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass114,827 miles (+5,244)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    114,827 miles
    Test number
    758651650140
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass109,583 miles (+4,414)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    109,583 miles
    Test number
    185525689357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,169 miles (+4,223)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    105,169 miles
    Test number
    858468715233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,946 miles (+15)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    100,946 miles
    Test number
    135339744173
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail100,931 miles (+1,956)7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,931 miles
    Test number
    797708344191
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass98,975 miles (+2,966)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    98,975 miles
    Test number
    587841433157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket insecure.
    • NoteFront wipers smearing
    • NoteN/S/F tyre inner sidewall cracking.
    • NoteO/S/R tyre has sidewall damage
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass96,009 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    96,009 miles
    Test number
    526367902192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorating / showing signs of splitting
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail96,009 miles (+3,032)5 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,009 miles
    Test number
    959965202135
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorating / showing signs of splitting
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass92,977 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    92,977 miles
    Test number
    126191301103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail92,970 miles (+2,923)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,970 miles
    Test number
    338829791077
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteN/S/F and O/S/F Position lights dim
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass90,047 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    90,047 miles
    Test number
    242942090057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteDiff leaking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cut in the inner sidewall
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail90,047 miles (+4,357)7 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,047 miles
    Test number
    690702690009
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteDiff leaking
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cut in the inner sidewall
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail85,690 miles (+14,913)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,690 miles
    Test number
    282394158332
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass70,777 miles (+8,993)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    70,777 miles
    Test number
    222040967057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,784 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    61,784 miles
    Test number
    583455716325
    • NoteO/side rar tyre on limit

Questions about LP02 AZG

Does LP02 AZG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP02 AZG expired on 1 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP02 AZG?
The MOT on LP02 AZG expired on 1 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP02 AZG done?
LP02 AZG was recorded at 123,015 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2021, an average of 4,077 miles a year.
Has LP02 AZG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP02 AZG has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LP02 AZG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Nov 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LP02 AZG find?
LP02 AZG passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2022 with 4 advisories: front prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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