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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LS02 NLNMOT history

LS02 NLN is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 153,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2022.

LS02 NLN silver 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 9 Feb 2023
Mileage
153,961 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 NLN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
3 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 NLN was last recorded at 153,961 miles on 10 Feb 2022, 6,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,794 miles · 19 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
6,167 miles
Average per year
8,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 153,961 miles
  • 2021 – 147,794 miles
  • 2020 – 145,146 miles
  • 2019 – 142,706 miles
  • 2017 – 140,404 miles
  • 2016 – 133,431 miles
  • 2015 – 122,789 miles
  • 2014 – 112,281 miles
  • 2013 – 104,930 miles
  • 2012 – 98,344 miles
  • 2011 – 88,700 miles
  • 2010 – 80,363 miles
  • 2009 – 61,430 miles
  • 2008 – 40,458 miles
  • 2007 – 37,255 miles
  • 2006 – 29,349 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,961 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated starting to leak grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front slight bumper damage and inner wing splash shield loose but not likely to be detached

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,961 miles (+6,167)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    153,961 miles
    Test number
    855126130568
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated starting to leak grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight bumper damage and inner wing splash shield loose but not likely to be detached

  2. Pass147,794 miles (+2,648)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    147,794 miles
    Test number
    911233178278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass145,146 miles (+2,440)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    145,146 miles
    Test number
    698957174273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass142,706 miles (+2,302)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    142,706 miles
    Test number
    700160259420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,404 miles (+6,973)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    140,404 miles
    Test number
    308443420709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  6. Pass133,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    133,431 miles
    Test number
    326174720910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail133,431 miles (+10,642)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,431 miles
    Test number
    735495748080
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  8. Pass122,789 miles (+10,508)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    122,789 miles
    Test number
    484403344396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,281 miles (+7,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    112,281 miles
    Test number
    468149504360
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass104,930 miles (+6,586)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    104,930 miles
    Test number
    106777973230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,344 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    98,344 miles
    Test number
    565379292235
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail98,344 miles (+9,644)1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,344 miles
    Test number
    898289392260
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass88,700 miles (+8,337)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    88,700 miles
    Test number
    555133611398
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside rear park brake effort low.

  14. Pass80,363 miles (+18,933)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    80,363 miles
    Test number
    254584870281
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail61,430 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,430 miles
    Test number
    214939539254
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass61,430 miles (+20,972)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    61,430 miles
    Test number
    761879639240
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Fail40,458 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,458 miles
    Test number
    910844658210
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass40,458 miles (+3,203)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    40,458 miles
    Test number
    972744858204
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass37,255 miles (+7,906)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    37,255 miles
    Test number
    770065587232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    29,349 miles
    Test number
    861410606282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS02 NLN

Does LS02 NLN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS02 NLN expired on 9 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS02 NLN?
The MOT on LS02 NLN expired on 9 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS02 NLN done?
LS02 NLN was recorded at 153,961 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2022, an average of 8,006 miles a year.
Has LS02 NLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 NLN has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2016.
Has the mileage on LS02 NLN 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 NLN find?
LS02 NLN passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated starting to leak grease; offside front slight bumper damage and inner wing splash shield loose but not likely to be detached.

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