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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LS02 JCXMOT history

LS02 JCX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 147,409 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

LS02 JCX silver 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 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
147,409 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 JCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 JCX was last recorded at 147,409 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 5,621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,788 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,621 miles
Average per year
5,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,409 miles
  • 2024 – 141,788 miles
  • 2022 – 138,147 miles
  • 2021 – 134,450 miles
  • 2020 – 131,756 miles
  • 2018 – 123,406 miles
  • 2017 – 112,942 miles
  • 2016 – 102,842 miles
  • 2015 – 92,080 miles
  • 2014 – 82,182 miles
  • 2013 – 72,183 miles
  • 2012 – 66,957 miles
  • 2011 – 61,278 miles
  • 2010 – 54,450 miles
  • 2009 – 48,272 miles
  • 2008 – 45,435 miles
  • 2007 – 42,570 miles
  • 2005 – 36,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,409 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,409 miles (+5,621)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    147,409 miles
    Test number
    945524477348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass141,788 miles (+3,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    141,788 miles
    Test number
    403561151578
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass138,147 miles (+3,697)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    138,147 miles
    Test number
    137410199195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass134,450 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    134,450 miles
    Test number
    600801168491
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail134,450 miles (+2,694)3 dangerous7 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,450 miles
    Test number
    248340388101
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass131,756 miles (+8,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    131,756 miles
    Test number
    217941103185
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass123,406 miles (+10,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    123,406 miles
    Test number
    180866315635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass112,942 miles (+10,100)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    112,942 miles
    Test number
    861418165914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,842 miles (+10,762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    102,842 miles
    Test number
    535769611597
    • 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)
  10. Pass92,080 miles (+9,898)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,080 miles
    Test number
    484190864031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,182 miles (+9,999)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    82,182 miles
    Test number
    455880414346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,183 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    72,183 miles
    Test number
    199202113332
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads slight wear on edges
  13. Fail72,183 miles (+5,226)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,183 miles
    Test number
    206382713361
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads slight wear on edges
  14. Pass66,957 miles (+5,679)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    66,957 miles
    Test number
    118162352391
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low on inside edge
  15. Fail61,278 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,278 miles
    Test number
    398760281413
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
  16. Pass61,278 miles (+6,828)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,278 miles
    Test number
    599630081243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,450 miles (+6,178)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,450 miles
    Test number
    862554440233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs & rear discs slightly worn
  18. Pass48,272 miles (+2,837)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,272 miles
    Test number
    980772899001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,435 miles (+2,865)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    45,435 miles
    Test number
    400809298099
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteScrew removed from n/s rear tyre
  20. Pass42,570 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,570 miles
    Test number
    781392687078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail42,515 miles (+5,834)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,515 miles
    Test number
    864082477039
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass36,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    36,681 miles
    Test number
    951745835380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS02 JCX

Does LS02 JCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS02 JCX is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS02 JCX?
The MOT on LS02 JCX is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS02 JCX done?
LS02 JCX was recorded at 147,409 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 5,531 miles a year.
Has LS02 JCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 JCX has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LS02 JCX 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 JCX find?
LS02 JCX passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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