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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 3,246 cc

LS02 FCZMOT history

LS02 FCZ is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 23 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2024 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 89,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2023.

LS02 FCZ 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 May 2024
Mileage
89,269 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2023
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 FCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2024
Latest MOT test
2 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 FCZ was last recorded at 89,269 miles on 2 May 2023, 1,458 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,811 miles · 25 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
1,458 miles
Average per year
3,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 89,269 miles
  • 2022 – 87,811 miles
  • 2018 – 86,623 miles
  • 2017 – 86,086 miles
  • 2015 – 82,997 miles
  • 2014 – 82,559 miles
  • 2013 – 78,962 miles
  • 2012 – 73,541 miles
  • 2011 – 68,884 miles
  • 2010 – 62,081 miles
  • 2009 – 56,723 miles
  • 2008 – 46,164 miles
  • 2007 – 36,465 miles
  • 2006 – 29,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,269 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear subframe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,269 miles (+1,458)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    89,269 miles
    Test number
    112193150843
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass87,811 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    87,811 miles
    Test number
    570648748535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail87,808 miles (+1,185)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,808 miles
    Test number
    517591286394
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass86,623 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,623 miles
    Test number
    427481351445
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  5. Fail86,622 miles (+536)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,622 miles
    Test number
    850792153260
    • FailureFront Side repeater incorrect colour osf nsf (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour side (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  6. Pass86,086 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    86,086 miles
    Test number
    398321490977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,084 miles (+3,087)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,084 miles
    Test number
    332512749433
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass82,997 miles (+438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    82,997 miles
    Test number
    937481902658
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded mainfeed (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass82,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    82,559 miles
    Test number
    166388844268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,559 miles (+3,597)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,559 miles
    Test number
    225598244238
    • FailureCentre Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  11. Pass78,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    78,962 miles
    Test number
    439015253213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,962 miles (+5,421)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,962 miles
    Test number
    496514253212
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass73,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    73,541 miles
    Test number
    849702922232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail73,541 miles (+4,657)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,541 miles
    Test number
    358979312427
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass68,884 miles (+6,803)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,884 miles
    Test number
    535657621154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,081 miles
    Test number
    103490820120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail62,081 miles (+5,358)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,081 miles
    Test number
    783720120114
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass56,723 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,723 miles
    Test number
    362920829179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,722 miles (+10,558)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,722 miles
    Test number
    902281919119
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass46,164 miles (+243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    46,164 miles
    Test number
    143500348008
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Fail45,921 miles (+9,456)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,921 miles
    Test number
    253262838009
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass36,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,465 miles
    Test number
    852161267082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,465 miles (+6,700)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,465 miles
    Test number
    474479757073
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass29,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,765 miles
    Test number
    924598556054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS02 FCZ

Does LS02 FCZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS02 FCZ expired on 1 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS02 FCZ?
The MOT on LS02 FCZ expired on 1 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS02 FCZ done?
LS02 FCZ was recorded at 89,269 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2023, an average of 3,465 miles a year.
Has LS02 FCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 FCZ has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LS02 FCZ 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 FCZ find?
LS02 FCZ passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2023 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4; oil leak, but not excessive; rear service brake binding but not excessively both sides, and 3 more.

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