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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 2,793 cc

C5 LFBMOT history

C5 LFB is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 70,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2022.

C5 LFB red 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 23 Jan 2023
Mileage
70,082 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 LFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
5 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 LFB was last recorded at 70,082 miles on 24 Jan 2022, 119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,963 miles · 22 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
119 miles
Average per year
1,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 70,082 miles
  • 2021 – 62,864 miles
  • 2019 – 59,887 miles
  • 2017 – 58,032 miles
  • 2016 – 57,523 miles
  • 2015 – 56,763 miles
  • 2014 – 55,871 miles
  • 2013 – 54,863 miles
  • 2012 – 53,637 miles
  • 2011 – 51,782 miles
  • 2010 – 50,043 miles
  • 2009 – 48,154 miles
  • 2008 – 46,343 miles
  • 2007 – 42,339 miles
  • 2006 – 39,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,082 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass70,082 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    70,082 miles
    Test number
    136286857943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail69,963 miles (+7,099)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,963 miles
    Test number
    360100287144
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass62,864 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,864 miles
    Test number
    152557583308
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail62,801 miles (+2,914)1 dangerous8 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,801 miles
    Test number
    208562737019
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column shaft deformed but serviceable slightly corroded (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise handbrake adjustment
    • AdvisoryO/s/r undertray slightly loose

  5. Pass59,887 miles (+747)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,887 miles
    Test number
    986105379835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,140 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    59,140 miles
    Test number
    877522271874
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail59,140 miles (+1,108)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,140 miles
    Test number
    154735335396
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass58,032 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    58,032 miles
    Test number
    863805636287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Fail58,032 miles (+509)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,032 miles
    Test number
    158217857200
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Pass57,523 miles (+760)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,523 miles
    Test number
    642036265536
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass56,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    56,763 miles
    Test number
    130902197394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,763 miles (+892)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,763 miles
    Test number
    800689193756
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  13. Pass55,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,871 miles
    Test number
    256985754173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,871 miles (+1,008)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,871 miles
    Test number
    996255154132
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass54,863 miles (+1,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,863 miles
    Test number
    739504653103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass53,637 miles (+1,855)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    53,637 miles
    Test number
    139931752127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,782 miles (+1,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,782 miles
    Test number
    325685941106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass50,043 miles (+1,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    50,043 miles
    Test number
    433296540198
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass48,154 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,154 miles
    Test number
    632949199084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,145 miles (+1,802)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,145 miles
    Test number
    630883399069
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  21. Pass46,343 miles (+4,004)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    46,343 miles
    Test number
    351043898074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,339 miles (+2,792)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,339 miles
    Test number
    482253287014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,547 miles
    Test number
    734627886090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 LFB

Does C5 LFB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C5 LFB expired on 23 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C5 LFB?
The MOT on C5 LFB expired on 23 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C5 LFB done?
C5 LFB was recorded at 70,082 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2022, an average of 1,929 miles a year.
Has C5 LFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 LFB has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on C5 LFB 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 C5 LFB find?
C5 LFB passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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