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BMW M3

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 3,246 cc

LX02 EWOMOT history

LX02 EWO is a silver petrol BMW M3 first used on 6 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 81,864 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

LX02 EWO silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
81,864 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,961 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 EWO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
6 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 EWO was last recorded at 81,864 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 562 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Mar 2008: 57,457 miles, lower than 57,520 miles on 3 Mar 2008.
  • 28 May 2015: 72,776 miles, lower than 77,280 miles on 5 Jun 2014.

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
81,302 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
562 miles
Average per year
1,961 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,864 miles
  • 2025 – 81,302 miles
  • 2024 – 80,943 miles
  • 2023 – 80,134 miles
  • 2022 – 80,029 miles
  • 2021 – 79,414 miles
  • 2020 – 79,265 miles
  • 2019 – 78,562 miles
  • 2018 – 77,267 miles
  • 2017 – 75,908 miles
  • 2016 – 74,580 miles
  • 2015 – 72,776 miles
  • 2014 – 77,280 miles
  • 2013 – 70,167 miles
  • 2012 – 67,785 miles
  • 2011 – 66,825 miles
  • 2010 – 64,379 miles
  • 2009 – 62,022 miles
  • 2008 – 57,457 miles
  • 2007 – 49,326 miles
  • 2006 – 41,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,864 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s & o/sRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,864 miles (+562)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    81,864 miles
    Test number
    464238027600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s & o/s
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass81,302 miles (+359)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    81,302 miles
    Test number
    153382031255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s & o/s
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass80,943 miles (+809)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    80,943 miles
    Test number
    853983816294
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass80,134 miles (+105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    80,134 miles
    Test number
    661535160300
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass80,029 miles (+615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    80,029 miles
    Test number
    403266113802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass79,414 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,414 miles
    Test number
    555022227046
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s & o/s

  7. Fail79,413 miles (+148)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,413 miles
    Test number
    538834877753
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s & o/s

  8. Pass79,265 miles (+703)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    79,265 miles
    Test number
    105084003395
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s cracking on edges / in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass78,562 miles (+1,295)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,562 miles
    Test number
    421236453648
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass77,267 miles (+1,359)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    77,267 miles
    Test number
    379865081151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass75,908 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    75,908 miles
    Test number
    900440383898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear diff

  12. Fail75,893 miles (+1,313)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,893 miles
    Test number
    440231094258
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear diff

  13. Pass74,580 miles (+1,804)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    74,580 miles
    Test number
    772936838560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,776 miles (-4,504)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    72,776 miles
    Test number
    317098745138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,280 miles (+7,113)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,280 miles
    Test number
    928676154109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,167 miles (+2,382)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,167 miles
    Test number
    926627153186
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOIL LEAK AROUND REAR DIFFERENTIAL

  17. Pass67,785 miles (+960)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    67,785 miles
    Test number
    146038952170
    • NoteUndertray fitted

  18. Fail66,825 miles5 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,825 miles
    Test number
    797068551181
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in both front steering rack ends

  19. Pass66,825 miles (+2,446)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,825 miles
    Test number
    818848551172
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in both front steering rack ends

  20. Pass64,379 miles (+2,357)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,379 miles
    Test number
    110338660493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,022 miles (+4,565)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    62,022 miles
    Test number
    740250979074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,457 miles (-63)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,457 miles
    Test number
    104274368450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail57,520 miles (+8,194)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,520 miles
    Test number
    993563568013
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass49,326 miles (+7,616)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,326 miles
    Test number
    940912167021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,710 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    41,710 miles
    Test number
    412511366007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail41,709 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,709 miles
    Test number
    780280266083
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LX02 EWO

Does LX02 EWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX02 EWO is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX02 EWO?
The MOT on LX02 EWO is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX02 EWO done?
LX02 EWO was recorded at 81,864 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 1,961 miles a year.
Has LX02 EWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 EWO has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LX02 EWO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 4 Mar 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX02 EWO find?
LX02 EWO passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush; oil leak, but not excessive rear differential, and 2 more.

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