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BMW 735

Purple · Petrol · 2002 · 3,600 cc

LX02 AFVMOT history

LX02 AFV is a purple petrol BMW 735 first used on 22 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 120,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
120,176 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 AFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
735
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 AFV was last recorded at 120,176 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jul 2012: 56,163 miles, lower than 89,466 miles on 6 Jul 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
120,175 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,176 miles
  • 2025 – 116,160 miles
  • 2024 – 114,792 miles
  • 2023 – 109,406 miles
  • 2022 – 107,711 miles
  • 2021 – 105,069 miles
  • 2019 – 101,300 miles
  • 2018 – 95,161 miles
  • 2017 – 91,814 miles
  • 2016 – 89,214 miles
  • 2015 – 81,938 miles
  • 2014 – 72,766 miles
  • 2013 – 64,743 miles
  • 2012 – 56,163 miles
  • 2011 – 48,156 miles
  • 2010 – 43,522 miles
  • 2009 – 40,364 miles
  • 2008 – 32,405 miles
  • 2007 – 27,800 miles
  • 2006 – 22,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,176 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/50R18 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/50R18 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Plus nail in inner tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner & outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner & lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass120,176 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    120,176 miles
    Test number
    906121479416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/50R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/50R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail120,175 miles (+4,015)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,175 miles
    Test number
    471733263291
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/50R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/50R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass116,160 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    116,160 miles
    Test number
    596371891740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Plus nail in inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner & outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail116,159 miles (+1,367)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,159 miles
    Test number
    393651584310
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both lamps (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective Both lamps (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Plus nail in inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner & outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,792 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    114,792 miles
    Test number
    880327507327
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail114,790 miles (+5,384)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,790 miles
    Test number
    544854437059
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass109,406 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    109,406 miles
    Test number
    398101299150
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  8. Fail109,402 miles (+1,691)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,402 miles
    Test number
    491268975614
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  9. Pass107,711 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    107,711 miles
    Test number
    564201517726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,709 miles (+2,640)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,709 miles
    Test number
    189516512176
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass105,069 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,069 miles
    Test number
    544020561474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  12. Fail105,067 miles (+3,767)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,067 miles
    Test number
    666679065144
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm - Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  13. Pass101,300 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,300 miles
    Test number
    639235986607
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  14. Fail101,296 miles (+6,135)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,296 miles
    Test number
    238062303863
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  15. Pass95,161 miles (+3,347)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,161 miles
    Test number
    313009904337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,814 miles (+2,600)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    91,814 miles
    Test number
    342015466481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,214 miles (+7,276)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    89,214 miles
    Test number
    594818340330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,938 miles (+933)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,938 miles
    Test number
    399073515224
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail81,005 miles (+8,239)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,005 miles
    Test number
    856849785138
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  20. Pass72,766 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,766 miles
    Test number
    797800594173
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear Brake Pipes Corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail72,766 miles (+8,023)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,766 miles
    Test number
    865590394155
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear Brake Pipes Corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass64,743 miles (+8,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,743 miles
    Test number
    269897483459
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass56,163 miles (-33,303)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,163 miles
    Test number
    518835402226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass89,466 miles (+41,310)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    89,466 miles
    Test number
    518368782134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir freshener (Mighty Oak type) hanging from rear view mirror is encroaching into windscreen swept area by over 40mm but not causing a serious obstruction to view at time of test
    • NoteCar has sideskirts obscuring some bodywork
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished/tearing (DOT code = 2004) ADVISE REPLACE TYRE
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass48,156 miles (+4,634)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    48,156 miles
    Test number
    547988881181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,522 miles (+3,158)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    43,522 miles
    Test number
    982052280101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,364 miles
    Test number
    414041199108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail40,364 miles (+5,264)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,364 miles
    Test number
    213461699458
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass35,100 miles (+2,695)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    35,100 miles
    Test number
    271344149069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass32,405 miles (+4,605)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,405 miles
    Test number
    170125838025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass27,800 miles (+5,359)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    27,800 miles
    Test number
    830474847032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass22,441 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,441 miles
    Test number
    700148156046
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES TREADS STARTING TO WEAR LOW

Questions about LX02 AFV

Does LX02 AFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX02 AFV is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX02 AFV?
The MOT on LX02 AFV is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX02 AFV done?
LX02 AFV was recorded at 120,176 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 4,889 miles a year.
Has LX02 AFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 AFV has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LX02 AFV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jul 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX02 AFV find?
LX02 AFV passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/50r18; nearside rear inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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