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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,171 cc

LB05 FXWMOT history

LB05 FXW is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 59,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2023
Mileage
59,213 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2021
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 FXW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 FXW was last recorded at 59,213 miles on 19 Oct 2021, 305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,908 miles · 27 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
305 miles
Average per year
3,424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 59,213 miles
  • 2020 – 58,908 miles
  • 2019 – 57,227 miles
  • 2018 – 54,184 miles
  • 2017 – 51,488 miles
  • 2016 – 49,170 miles
  • 2015 – 43,310 miles
  • 2014 – 39,175 miles
  • 2013 – 34,555 miles
  • 2012 – 30,757 miles
  • 2011 – 26,112 miles
  • 2010 – 22,513 miles
  • 2009 – 18,163 miles
  • 2008 – 13,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    502595110545
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass59,213 miles (+305)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,213 miles
    Test number
    270942528636
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  3. Pass58,908 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    889635958911
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  4. Fail58,908 miles (+1,681)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    289337259527
    • Repaired at testNearside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  5. Pass57,227 miles (+432)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    57,227 miles
    Test number
    713731189749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail56,795 miles (+2,611)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,795 miles
    Test number
    919255351262
    • MajorEmissions not tested oil level too low (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (1.6 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (1.6 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryClutch noisey
    • AdvisoryCondensation in nearside front headlight

  7. Pass54,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    54,184 miles
    Test number
    755158084234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail54,184 miles (+2,696)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,184 miles
    Test number
    294199066446
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass51,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    51,488 miles
    Test number
    103939031995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail51,488 miles (+2,318)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,488 miles
    Test number
    195559453354
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass49,170 miles (+5,860)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    49,170 miles
    Test number
    818219739729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm on edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front arm front bushs

  12. Pass43,310 miles (+4,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    43,310 miles
    Test number
    675853305257
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass39,175 miles (+4,620)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,175 miles
    Test number
    439015594136
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass34,555 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,555 miles
    Test number
    199390093140
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail34,555 miles (+3,798)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,555 miles
    Test number
    437540793149
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass30,757 miles (+4,645)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    30,757 miles
    Test number
    155136982150
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • Note1 led out in high level stop light
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteDsc light on

  17. Pass26,112 miles (+3,599)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    26,112 miles
    Test number
    128855181106
    • DangerousDsc light on.
    • DangerousO/s/f tyre punctured.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass22,513 miles (+4,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    22,513 miles
    Test number
    300286290145
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass18,163 miles (+4,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    18,163 miles
    Test number
    393234299147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass13,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    13,762 miles
    Test number
    874252798103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 FXW

Does LB05 FXW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 FXW expired on 16 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 FXW?
The MOT on LB05 FXW expired on 16 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 FXW done?
LB05 FXW was recorded at 59,213 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2021, an average of 3,424 miles a year.
Has LB05 FXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 FXW has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on LB05 FXW 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 LB05 FXW find?
LB05 FXW passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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