BMW logo

BMW 316

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LS02 COTMOT history

LS02 COT is a black petrol BMW 316 first used on 15 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 152,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2022.

LS02 COT black 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 11 May 2023
Mileage
152,246 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,916 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LS02 COT in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 COT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2023
Latest MOT test
12 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 COT was last recorded at 152,246 miles on 12 May 2022, 953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,293 miles · 9 May 2022
Between the last two tests
953 miles
Average per year
6,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 152,246 miles
  • 2021 – 144,792 miles
  • 2019 – 143,396 miles
  • 2018 – 140,419 miles
  • 2017 – 129,507 miles
  • 2016 – 123,689 miles
  • 2015 – 118,951 miles
  • 2014 – 112,751 miles
  • 2013 – 112,317 miles
  • 2012 – 106,771 miles
  • 2011 – 96,515 miles
  • 2010 – 82,825 miles
  • 2009 – 72,970 miles
  • 2008 – 57,823 miles
  • 2007 – 48,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,246 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,246 miles (+953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    152,246 miles
    Test number
    349263193891
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail151,293 miles (+6,501)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,293 miles
    Test number
    335084807851
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass144,792 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    144,792 miles
    Test number
    548940709976
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail144,792 miles (+1,396)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,792 miles
    Test number
    152052075399
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass143,396 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,396 miles
    Test number
    932459021230
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail143,339 miles (+2,920)1 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,339 miles
    Test number
    967247993053
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass140,419 miles (+4,616)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    140,419 miles
    Test number
    879808514064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass135,803 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    135,803 miles
    Test number
    654916425190
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  9. Fail135,803 miles (+6,296)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,803 miles
    Test number
    421095901788
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Both back half of mains (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass129,507 miles (+5,818)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    129,507 miles
    Test number
    406999963467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,689 miles (+4,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    123,689 miles
    Test number
    589619424211
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Pass118,951 miles (+6,200)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    118,951 miles
    Test number
    366818005010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,751 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    112,751 miles
    Test number
    515758434051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,738 miles (+421)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,738 miles
    Test number
    967456034097
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
  15. Pass112,317 miles (+5,546)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    112,317 miles
    Test number
    398057733038
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass106,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    106,771 miles
    Test number
    135519802190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail106,771 miles (+10,256)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,771 miles
    Test number
    307858202139
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass96,515 miles (+13,690)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    96,515 miles
    Test number
    358598771160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,825 miles (+9,855)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    82,825 miles
    Test number
    893307120146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,970 miles (+15,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    72,970 miles
    Test number
    213291429458
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass57,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    57,823 miles
    Test number
    251331438491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail57,823 miles (+9,052)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,823 miles
    Test number
    914061738199
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  23. Pass48,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    48,771 miles
    Test number
    204346247110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS02 COT

Does LS02 COT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS02 COT expired on 11 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS02 COT?
The MOT on LS02 COT expired on 11 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS02 COT done?
LS02 COT was recorded at 152,246 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2022, an average of 6,916 miles a year.
Has LS02 COT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 COT has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LS02 COT 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 LS02 COT find?
LS02 COT passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

Browse all LS02C registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.