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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LX02 TXYMOT history

LX02 TXY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 134,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

LX02 TXY 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 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
134,527 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,286 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 TXY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 TXY was last recorded at 134,527 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,527 miles · 15 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,286 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,527 miles
  • 2025 – 130,371 miles
  • 2024 – 126,689 miles
  • 2023 – 123,704 miles
  • 2022 – 120,980 miles
  • 2021 – 119,896 miles
  • 2020 – 118,442 miles
  • 2019 – 114,224 miles
  • 2018 – 110,273 miles
  • 2017 – 106,386 miles
  • 2016 – 106,296 miles
  • 2014 – 100,952 miles
  • 2013 – 93,106 miles
  • 2011 – 81,649 miles
  • 2010 – 74,812 miles
  • 2009 – 66,649 miles
  • 2008 – 60,247 miles
  • 2007 – 54,049 miles
  • 2006 – 48,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,527 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,527 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    134,527 miles
    Test number
    576834662405
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail134,527 miles (+4,156)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,527 miles
    Test number
    507991709018
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,371 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    130,371 miles
    Test number
    560826233331
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Sides
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail130,371 miles (+3,682)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,371 miles
    Test number
    716653802039
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Sides
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass126,689 miles (+2,985)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    126,689 miles
    Test number
    432846331082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,704 miles (+2,724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    123,704 miles
    Test number
    319569971363
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass120,980 miles (+1,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2023
    Odometer
    120,980 miles
    Test number
    320640733035
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass119,896 miles (+1,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2022
    Odometer
    119,896 miles
    Test number
    605940385048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass118,442 miles (+4,218)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2021
    Odometer
    118,442 miles
    Test number
    407934394036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass114,224 miles (+3,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,224 miles
    Test number
    195111684279
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass110,273 miles (+3,887)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    110,273 miles
    Test number
    400897568142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass106,386 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    106,386 miles
    Test number
    651163438254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,296 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    106,296 miles
    Test number
    210855232109
    • 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)

  14. Fail106,281 miles (+5,329)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,281 miles
    Test number
    296225319889
    • FailureBraking system leaking front to rear brake pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • 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)

  15. Fail100,952 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,952 miles
    Test number
    318276914142
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass100,952 miles (+7,846)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    100,952 miles
    Test number
    998956314110
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass93,106 miles (+11,457)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    93,106 miles
    Test number
    329559403187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,649 miles (+58)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    81,649 miles
    Test number
    425634741145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail81,591 miles (+6,779)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,591 miles
    Test number
    788239131181
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass74,812 miles (+8,163)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    74,812 miles
    Test number
    422167030120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,649 miles (+6,402)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    66,649 miles
    Test number
    193548439105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,247 miles (+6,198)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    60,247 miles
    Test number
    283363118195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,049 miles (+5,834)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    54,049 miles
    Test number
    860716117177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAdvanced wear o/s/r and n/s/f tyres inner edge

  24. Pass48,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,215 miles
    Test number
    172908916168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 TXY

Does LX02 TXY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX02 TXY is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX02 TXY?
The MOT on LX02 TXY is valid until 27 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX02 TXY done?
LX02 TXY was recorded at 134,527 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 4,286 miles a year.
Has LX02 TXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 TXY has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LX02 TXY 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 TXY find?
LX02 TXY passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive.

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