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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

LS02 SWVMOT history

LS02 SWV is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 27 Jun 2002. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 77,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2023.

LS02 SWV 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 12 Jan 2024
Mileage
77,639 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 SWV
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
27 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 SWV was last recorded at 77,639 miles on 3 Jan 2023, 7,778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,861 miles · 13 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
7,778 miles
Average per year
3,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 77,639 miles
  • 2022 – 69,861 miles
  • 2021 – 60,818 miles
  • 2019 – 55,540 miles
  • 2018 – 52,685 miles
  • 2017 – 50,753 miles
  • 2016 – 46,988 miles
  • 2015 – 44,451 miles
  • 2014 – 41,604 miles
  • 2013 – 38,349 miles
  • 2012 – 32,414 miles
  • 2011 – 31,005 miles
  • 2010 – 27,812 miles
  • 2009 – 26,066 miles
  • 2008 – 23,007 miles
  • 2007 – 20,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,639 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,639 miles (+7,778)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,639 miles
    Test number
    901541251190
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass69,861 miles (+54)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,861 miles
    Test number
    457615438627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail69,807 miles (+8,989)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,807 miles
    Test number
    231801921995
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass60,818 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    60,818 miles
    Test number
    717330408009
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail60,818 miles (+5,278)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,818 miles
    Test number
    487112888443
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass55,540 miles (+2,855)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,540 miles
    Test number
    281698791793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass52,685 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    52,685 miles
    Test number
    170543410236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,683 miles (+1,930)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,683 miles
    Test number
    363017839877
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass50,753 miles (+3,765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,753 miles
    Test number
    266384112728
    • 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)

  10. Pass46,988 miles (+2,537)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,988 miles
    Test number
    206221710104
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass44,451 miles (+2,847)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,451 miles
    Test number
    327412695166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,604 miles (+970)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    41,604 miles
    Test number
    935191394143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,634 miles (+2,285)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    40,634 miles
    Test number
    579849054001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,349 miles (+5,935)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,349 miles
    Test number
    239463593417
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass32,414 miles (+1,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    32,414 miles
    Test number
    498166582173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  16. Pass31,005 miles (+3,193)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    31,005 miles
    Test number
    819769381152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail27,812 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,812 miles
    Test number
    251778080426
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass27,812 miles (+1,746)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    27,812 miles
    Test number
    772718480169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,066 miles (+3,059)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    26,066 miles
    Test number
    464878069196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,007 miles (+2,834)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    23,007 miles
    Test number
    724755178172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    20,173 miles
    Test number
    924562267188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS02 SWV

Does LS02 SWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS02 SWV expired on 12 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS02 SWV?
The MOT on LS02 SWV expired on 12 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS02 SWV done?
LS02 SWV was recorded at 77,639 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2023, an average of 3,692 miles a year.
Has LS02 SWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 SWV has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LS02 SWV 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 SWV find?
LS02 SWV passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2023 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, and 2 more.

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