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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,895 cc

LX02 ZMZMOT history

LX02 ZMZ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 106,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2022.

LX02 ZMZ silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2023
Mileage
106,244 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 ZMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 ZMZ was last recorded at 106,244 miles on 23 Sept 2022, 1,253 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,991 miles · 9 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,253 miles
Average per year
5,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 106,244 miles
  • 2021 – 104,991 miles
  • 2020 – 95,735 miles
  • 2019 – 90,398 miles
  • 2018 – 84,316 miles
  • 2017 – 69,527 miles
  • 2016 – 62,236 miles
  • 2015 – 62,223 miles
  • 2014 – 58,562 miles
  • 2013 – 56,789 miles
  • 2012 – 51,014 miles
  • 2011 – 47,653 miles
  • 2010 – 43,579 miles
  • 2009 – 39,190 miles
  • 2008 – 34,422 miles
  • 2007 – 27,665 miles
  • 2006 – 20,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,244 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicle too low to carry out rbt

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring worn Rear springs obscured unable to fully inspect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside rear tyre starting to crack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,244 miles (+1,253)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,244 miles
    Test number
    603762137739
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle too low to carry out rbt

  2. Pass104,991 miles (+12)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    104,991 miles
    Test number
    650734970793
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring worn Rear springs obscured unable to fully inspect (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail104,979 miles (+9,244)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,979 miles
    Test number
    462378691811
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring worn Rear springs obscured unable to fully inspect (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass95,735 miles (+5,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,735 miles
    Test number
    183405785397
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,398 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,398 miles
    Test number
    369885310302
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail90,375 miles (+6,059)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,375 miles
    Test number
    535119869720
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass84,316 miles (+4,238)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    84,316 miles
    Test number
    185187986302
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass80,078 miles (+10,551)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,078 miles
    Test number
    979464630833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,527 miles (+7,291)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,527 miles
    Test number
    573426592049
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres deteriorating and cracking
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted preventing full inspection of sills

  10. Pass62,236 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,236 miles
    Test number
    301556360593
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre starting to crack

  11. Fail62,236 miles (+13)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,236 miles
    Test number
    156823642278
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement back one (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement back one (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre starting to crack

  12. Pass62,223 miles (+51)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,223 miles
    Test number
    637784895184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail62,172 miles (+3,610)4 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,172 miles
    Test number
    196614635160
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust bracket corroded away but system still supported
    • NoteFuel cap starting to deteriorate
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 3mm cracking in tread
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking in tread
    • NoteStone chip in screen

  14. Pass58,562 miles (+1,773)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    58,562 miles
    Test number
    237976734141
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust bracket corroded away, system still supported adequately
    • NoteFuel cap seal beginning to deteriorate

  15. Pass56,789 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,789 miles
    Test number
    547872713325
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail56,787 miles (+5,773)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,787 miles
    Test number
    135055003376
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass51,014 miles (+3,361)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,014 miles
    Test number
    376883742156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,653 miles (+4,074)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    47,653 miles
    Test number
    235573341137
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass43,579 miles (+4,389)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    43,579 miles
    Test number
    544123330162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,190 miles (+4,768)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,190 miles
    Test number
    832617549160
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRE TREADS ARE GETTING LOW
    • NoteOSR OUTER BRAKE PAD HAS STARTED TO GET LOW
    • NoteREAR PARKING BRAKE SHOES SOUND TO BE RUBBING SLIGHTLY

  21. Pass34,422 miles (+6,757)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    34,422 miles
    Test number
    353294848152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,665 miles (+7,293)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    27,665 miles
    Test number
    852982927176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,372 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,372 miles
    Test number
    790779506187
    • NoteN/s lower ball joint slight play bonnet safty not working

Questions about LX02 ZMZ

Does LX02 ZMZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 ZMZ expired on 23 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 ZMZ?
The MOT on LX02 ZMZ expired on 23 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 ZMZ done?
LX02 ZMZ was recorded at 106,244 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2022, an average of 5,227 miles a year.
Has LX02 ZMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 ZMZ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LX02 ZMZ 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 ZMZ find?
LX02 ZMZ passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4, and 1 more.

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