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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

LS02 DMEMOT history

LS02 DME is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 18 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 112,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2024.

LS02 DME blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2024
Mileage
112,620 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 DME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS02 DME was last recorded at 112,620 miles on 26 Jan 2024, 686 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,934 miles · 28 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
686 miles
Average per year
5,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 112,620 miles
  • 2023 – 111,934 miles
  • 2022 – 111,081 miles
  • 2021 – 109,931 miles
  • 2019 – 108,527 miles
  • 2018 – 104,719 miles
  • 2017 – 99,952 miles
  • 2015 – 94,870 miles
  • 2014 – 92,455 miles
  • 2013 – 90,421 miles
  • 2012 – 88,501 miles
  • 2011 – 82,647 miles
  • 2010 – 67,382 miles
  • 2009 – 53,113 miles
  • 2008 – 39,448 miles
  • 2007 – 24,720 miles
  • 2006 – 16,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail112,620 miles
  • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

What MOT failures 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, 2008–2013

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear parking brake might need adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail112,620 miles (+686)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,620 miles
    Test number
    218454034106
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass111,934 miles (+853)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    111,934 miles
    Test number
    398897758248
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,081 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    111,081 miles
    Test number
    659339666238
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake might need adjustment or repair

  4. Fail111,081 miles (+1,150)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,081 miles
    Test number
    929931092350
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake might need adjustment or repair

  5. Pass109,931 miles (+1,404)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,931 miles
    Test number
    836098718479
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material very strong advisory **** (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,527 miles (+3,808)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,527 miles
    Test number
    818696592408
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S + O/S - Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. N/S + O/S (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass104,719 miles (+4,767)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    104,719 miles
    Test number
    651231350675
    • AdvisoryBRAKE WEAR WARNING LAMP ON.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK FROM ENGINE AREA.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass99,952 miles (+5,082)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    99,952 miles
    Test number
    622388993385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,870 miles (+2,415)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    94,870 miles
    Test number
    707291187123
    • AdvisoryEngine & Under tray(s) fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering rack coated in oil

  10. Pass92,455 miles (+2,034)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    92,455 miles
    Test number
    555369444382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,421 miles (+1,920)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    90,421 miles
    Test number
    437988843440
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail88,501 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,501 miles
    Test number
    369476422371
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass88,501 miles (+5,854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    88,501 miles
    Test number
    828286622305
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass82,647 miles (+14)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    82,647 miles
    Test number
    696310551343
    • NoteHand brake hard to pull

  15. Fail82,633 miles (+15,251)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,633 miles
    Test number
    975796041389
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHand brake hard to pull

  16. Pass67,382 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    67,382 miles
    Test number
    244791340369
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail67,382 miles (+14,269)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,382 miles
    Test number
    324601340308
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass53,113 miles (+13,665)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    53,113 miles
    Test number
    712531279236
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass39,448 miles (+14,728)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,448 miles
    Test number
    601034688204
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass24,720 miles (+8,547)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    24,720 miles
    Test number
    983162937255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,173 miles
    Test number
    813935636226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS02 DME

Does LS02 DME currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS02 DME expired on 27 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS02 DME?
The MOT on LS02 DME expired on 27 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS02 DME done?
LS02 DME was recorded at 112,620 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2024, an average of 5,535 miles a year.
Has LS02 DME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 DME has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LS02 DME 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 DME find?
LS02 DME failed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2024 with 2 major defects and 2 advisories: brake servo defective or ineffective; parking brake efficiency below requirements; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration, and 1 more.

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