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BMW 316

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

LX02 AKUMOT history

LX02 AKU is a black petrol BMW 316 first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 74,329 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2022.

LX02 AKU black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2023
Mileage
74,329 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 AKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 AKU was last recorded at 74,329 miles on 22 Nov 2022, 1,233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,096 miles · 9 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,233 miles
Average per year
2,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 74,329 miles
  • 2021 – 73,096 miles
  • 2020 – 72,526 miles
  • 2019 – 71,627 miles
  • 2018 – 70,241 miles
  • 2017 – 68,598 miles
  • 2016 – 64,344 miles
  • 2015 – 60,251 miles
  • 2014 – 58,385 miles
  • 2013 – 56,601 miles
  • 2012 – 53,532 miles
  • 2011 – 47,864 miles
  • 2010 – 44,060 miles
  • 2009 – 39,675 miles
  • 2008 – 36,304 miles
  • 2007 – 32,059 miles
  • 2006 – 27,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,329 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Wiper blades smearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,329 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,329 miles
    Test number
    279122281358
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail74,329 miles (+1,233)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,329 miles
    Test number
    665986731687
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205.55.16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,096 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    73,096 miles
    Test number
    933598752775
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  4. Fail73,096 miles (+570)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,096 miles
    Test number
    779816949183
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  5. Pass72,526 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,526 miles
    Test number
    270209856847
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail72,526 miles (+899)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,526 miles
    Test number
    626412993583
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass71,627 miles (+1,386)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,627 miles
    Test number
    177022384446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades smearing

  8. Pass70,241 miles (+1,643)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,241 miles
    Test number
    629386408684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades smearing

  9. Pass68,598 miles (+4,254)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    68,598 miles
    Test number
    677752916345
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit STRONG ADVISORY TYRE WORN CLOSE TO 2MM (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass64,344 miles (+4,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,344 miles
    Test number
    961900547621
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass60,251 miles (+1,866)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    60,251 miles
    Test number
    685836025168
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear side light has one bulb not workimg

  12. Pass58,385 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    58,385 miles
    Test number
    399166124131
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres feathering on edges
    • NoteRear brake pipes starting to corrode

  13. Fail58,385 miles (+1,784)2 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,385 miles
    Test number
    209746824161
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres feathering on edges
    • NoteRear brake pipes starting to corrode

  14. Pass56,601 miles (+3,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    56,601 miles
    Test number
    607550303139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass53,532 miles (+5,668)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    53,532 miles
    Test number
    325118012102
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass47,864 miles (+3,804)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,864 miles
    Test number
    749199951044
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket corroded ond brocken
    • NoteSlight movement from both front lower arm bushes
    • NoteSlight movement from o/s/f lower ball joint

  17. Pass44,060 miles (+4,385)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,060 miles
    Test number
    710132040060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBonnet catch sticking

  18. Pass39,675 miles (+3,371)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    39,675 miles
    Test number
    101099649418
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass36,304 miles (+4,245)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,304 miles
    Test number
    711636338053
    • NoteNAIL IN NSR TYRE TREAD

  20. Pass32,059 miles (+4,881)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    32,059 miles
    Test number
    341390667041
    • NoteNSF TYRE TREAD WORN ON OUTER EDGE

  21. Pass27,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,178 miles
    Test number
    671202456012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 AKU

Does LX02 AKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 AKU expired on 21 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 AKU?
The MOT on LX02 AKU expired on 21 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 AKU done?
LX02 AKU was recorded at 74,329 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2022, an average of 2,815 miles a year.
Has LX02 AKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 AKU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LX02 AKU 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 LX02 AKU find?
LX02 AKU passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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