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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,995 cc

LX02 EWTMOT history

LX02 EWT is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 112,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2024.

LX02 EWT silver 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 2 Jun 2025
Mileage
112,292 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 EWT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
7 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 EWT was last recorded at 112,292 miles on 3 Jun 2024, 4,617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Oct 2012: 60,863 miles, lower than 61,754 miles on 4 Jan 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
107,675 miles · 4 May 2023
Between the last two tests
4,617 miles
Average per year
4,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 112,292 miles
  • 2023 – 107,675 miles
  • 2022 – 105,078 miles
  • 2021 – 103,120 miles
  • 2019 – 97,638 miles
  • 2018 – 93,757 miles
  • 2017 – 88,664 miles
  • 2016 – 83,056 miles
  • 2015 – 76,644 miles
  • 2014 – 69,878 miles
  • 2013 – 65,244 miles
  • 2012 – 60,865 miles
  • 2011 – 60,861 miles
  • 2010 – 56,768 miles
  • 2009 – 50,907 miles
  • 2008 – 46,444 miles
  • 2007 – 37,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,292 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Surface corrosion to underside

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Slight exhaust blow at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,292 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    112,292 miles
    Test number
    311579080312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail112,292 miles (+4,617)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,292 miles
    Test number
    700086080829
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass107,675 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    107,675 miles
    Test number
    726452610681
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow at rear
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  4. Fail107,675 miles (+2,597)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,675 miles
    Test number
    822041989926
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator warning light on (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow at rear
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  5. Pass105,078 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    105,078 miles
    Test number
    198027530210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  6. Fail105,078 miles (+1,958)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,078 miles
    Test number
    778578661926
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system burst during test (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system at hose (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  7. Pass103,120 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    103,120 miles
    Test number
    782555266154
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail103,110 miles (+5,472)1 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,110 miles
    Test number
    434584819129
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass97,638 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,638 miles
    Test number
    656754936388
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryInner Road wheel slightly distorted rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail97,638 miles (+3,881)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,638 miles
    Test number
    741488082824
    • DangerousNearside Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryInner Road wheel slightly distorted rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass93,757 miles (+5,093)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,757 miles
    Test number
    601029621687
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre under-inflated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel dented
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn
    • AdvisoryAuxillary belt worn

  12. Pass88,664 miles (+5,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    88,664 miles
    Test number
    921919341003
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  13. Pass83,056 miles (+6,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,056 miles
    Test number
    403613918104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass76,644 miles (+6,766)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    76,644 miles
    Test number
    288046405434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,878 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    69,878 miles
    Test number
    265377744470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail69,835 miles (+4,591)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,835 miles
    Test number
    526340944119
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  17. Pass65,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    65,244 miles
    Test number
    388527273122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,244 miles (+4,379)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,244 miles
    Test number
    559847273141
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass60,865 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,865 miles
    Test number
    659171692297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail60,863 miles (-891)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,863 miles
    Test number
    446824482284
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  21. Pass61,754 miles (+893)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,754 miles
    Test number
    288614802032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,861 miles (+4,093)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    60,861 miles
    Test number
    909786901335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    56,768 miles
    Test number
    170401200328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,766 miles (+5,859)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,766 miles
    Test number
    720861500335
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass50,907 miles (+4,463)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,907 miles
    Test number
    800744859289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,444 miles (+9,088)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    46,444 miles
    Test number
    944284488108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    37,356 miles
    Test number
    401546827043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 EWT

Does LX02 EWT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 EWT expired on 2 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 EWT?
The MOT on LX02 EWT expired on 2 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 EWT done?
LX02 EWT was recorded at 112,292 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2024, an average of 4,318 miles a year.
Has LX02 EWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 EWT has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LX02 EWT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX02 EWT find?
LX02 EWT passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides.

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