No, FC02 FCY is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for FC02 FCY?

The MOT for FC02 FCY is valid and due for renewal on or before 9 March 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of FC02 FCY?

The recorded mileage for FC02 FCY is 180,788 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is FC02 FCY ULEZ compliant?

No, FC02 FCY does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2002 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Petrol · FC02 FCY

FC02 FCY

2002 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2002. Recorded mileage 180,788 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2002 · Nottingham
MOT Status: Valid until 09/03/2026
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 180,788 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 3.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 09/03/2026

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 180,788 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2002
Engine: 2979cc

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FC02 FCY Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 24/02/2026
180,788 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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FC02 FCY Mileage History

06/03/2023173,634 mi
08/03/2023173,634 mi
06/03/2024177,554 mi+3,920 mi
10/03/2025178,009 mi+455 mi
24/02/2026180,788 mi+2,779 mi

Average of roughly 2,406 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

FC02 FCY MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 4 Sept 2026, 07:48

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 BMW 3 Series (FC02 FCY) between March 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 24 February 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 38 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner and outer wheel arch”; “Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.

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