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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB05 GFKMOT history

LB05 GFK is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 156,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2023
Mileage
156,444 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,877 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 GFK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 GFK was last recorded at 156,444 miles on 21 Oct 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,442 miles · 11 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
9,877 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,444 miles
  • 2021 – 151,761 miles
  • 2019 – 147,315 miles
  • 2018 – 145,662 miles
  • 2017 – 137,648 miles
  • 2016 – 127,645 miles
  • 2015 – 120,982 miles
  • 2014 – 111,434 miles
  • 2013 – 95,039 miles
  • 2012 – 76,293 miles
  • 2011 – 57,550 miles
  • 2010 – 41,718 miles
  • 2009 – 28,521 miles
  • 2008 – 16,864 miles
  • 2007 – 5,692 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,444 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUndertray fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre inner & outer tread slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,444 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    156,444 miles
    Test number
    618418829544
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  2. Fail156,442 miles (+4,681)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,442 miles
    Test number
    195644736898
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hose excessively deteriorated all round (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  3. Pass151,761 miles (+45)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    151,761 miles
    Test number
    305456167124
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre inner & outer tread slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside condensation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre inner & outer tread slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen slightly damaged/chipped but not affecting driver's view

  4. Fail151,716 miles (+4,401)1 dangerous5 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,716 miles
    Test number
    671722462980
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure top mounting broken (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment to stop (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre inner & outer tread slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside condensation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre inner & outer tread slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen slightly damaged/chipped but not affecting driver's view

  5. Pass147,315 miles (+1,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    147,315 miles
    Test number
    816564188908
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass145,662 miles (+8,014)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    145,662 miles
    Test number
    803733081504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass137,648 miles (+10,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    137,648 miles
    Test number
    428734964003
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  8. Pass127,645 miles (+6,663)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    127,645 miles
    Test number
    401668196849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,982 miles (+9,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    120,982 miles
    Test number
    278948613192
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryDiesel leak from tank

  10. Pass111,434 miles (+16,395)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    111,434 miles
    Test number
    655867634370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,039 miles (+18,746)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    95,039 miles
    Test number
    908577073215
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass76,293 miles (+18,743)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    76,293 miles
    Test number
    866579272219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass57,550 miles (+15,832)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    57,550 miles
    Test number
    309721881489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass41,718 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    41,718 miles
    Test number
    434284270273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  15. Fail41,718 miles (+13,197)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,718 miles
    Test number
    331164970240
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  16. Pass28,521 miles (+11,657)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    28,521 miles
    Test number
    222174699439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass16,864 miles (+11,172)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    16,864 miles
    Test number
    204216898455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass5,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    5,692 miles
    Test number
    494038797180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 GFK

Does LB05 GFK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 GFK expired on 20 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 GFK?
The MOT on LB05 GFK expired on 20 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 GFK done?
LB05 GFK was recorded at 156,444 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2022, an average of 9,877 miles a year.
Has LB05 GFK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 GFK has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 GFK 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 GFK find?
LB05 GFK passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides; undertray fitted.

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