BMW M3
Black · Petrol · 2002 · 3,246 cc
LX02 CYPMOT history
LX02 CYP is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 22 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 79,695 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 18 Mar 2027
- Mileage
- 79,695 mi
- At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
- MOT tests
- 22
- 19 passed · 3 failed
- Per year
- 2,881 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LX02 CYP
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- M3
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 3,246 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 22 Mar 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 19 Mar 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LX02 CYP was last recorded at 79,695 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 79,691 miles · 12 Mar 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 4 miles
- Average per year
- 2,881 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 79,695 miles
- 2025 – 78,722 miles
- 2024 – 78,475 miles
- 2023 – 77,663 miles
- 2021 – 76,674 miles
- 2019 – 75,323 miles
- 2018 – 72,767 miles
- 2017 – 69,312 miles
- 2016 – 66,069 miles
- 2015 – 63,301 miles
- 2014 – 61,132 miles
- 2013 – 57,876 miles
- 2012 – 54,198 miles
- 2011 – 51,373 miles
- 2010 – 46,134 miles
- 2009 – 39,492 miles
- 2008 – 33,037 miles
- 2007 – 28,077 miles
- 2006 – 21,942 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass79,695 miles
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2018
Full MOT history
22 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass79,695 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Mar 2027
- Odometer
- 79,695 miles
- Test number
- 780052228141
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail79,691 miles (+969)1 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,691 miles
- Test number
- 605413907526
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass78,722 miles (+247)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 78,722 miles
- Test number
- 678596684605
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass78,475 miles (+812)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 78,475 miles
- Test number
- 288348013191
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass77,663 miles (+7)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 77,663 miles
- Test number
- 768320869203
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail77,656 miles (+982)5 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,656 miles
- Test number
- 378346457317
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass76,674 miles (+1,351)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 76,674 miles
- Test number
- 366996248672
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE (5.2.3 (e))
Pass75,323 miles (+2,556)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 75,323 miles
- Test number
- 353893247604
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
Pass72,767 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 11 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 72,767 miles
- Test number
- 806016197459
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)
Fail72,767 miles (+3,455)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,767 miles
- Test number
- 893952910352
- FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass69,312 miles (+3,243)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 69,312 miles
- Test number
- 354659728391
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass66,069 miles (+2,768)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 66,069 miles
- Test number
- 903314044897
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass63,301 miles (+2,169)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 63,301 miles
- Test number
- 598895655071
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass61,132 miles (+3,256)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 61,132 miles
- Test number
- 528981654053
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,876 miles (+3,678)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 57,876 miles
- Test number
- 206897153018
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass54,198 miles (+2,825)2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 21 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 54,198 miles
- Test number
- 725393852062
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inside edge
- NoteN/s/f tyre has cut in sidewall but not deep enough to expose cords
Pass51,373 miles (+5,239)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 51,373 miles
- Test number
- 659753751066
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass46,134 miles (+6,642)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 2 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 46,134 miles
- Test number
- 882584930049
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass39,492 miles (+6,455)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 39,492 miles
- Test number
- 541865759097
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,037 miles (+4,960)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 33,037 miles
- Test number
- 980166358044
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,077 miles (+6,135)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 28,077 miles
- Test number
- 873824167008
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass21,942 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 21,942 miles
- Test number
- 323072366082
- 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)
Questions about LX02 CYP
- Does LX02 CYP currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX02 CYP is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LX02 CYP?
- The MOT on LX02 CYP is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LX02 CYP done?
- LX02 CYP was recorded at 79,695 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 2,881 miles a year.
- Has LX02 CYP ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LX02 CYP has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
- Has the mileage on LX02 CYP 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 CYP find?
- LX02 CYP passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.
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