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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB05 GXYMOT history

LB05 GXY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 164,364 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2023
Mileage
164,364 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 GXY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 GXY was last recorded at 164,364 miles on 29 Apr 2022, 9,037 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,327 miles · 23 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
9,037 miles
Average per year
10,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 164,364 miles
  • 2021 – 155,327 miles
  • 2020 – 146,343 miles
  • 2019 – 137,139 miles
  • 2018 – 130,155 miles
  • 2017 – 120,978 miles
  • 2016 – 118,372 miles
  • 2014 – 111,809 miles
  • 2012 – 76,947 miles
  • 2011 – 66,180 miles
  • 2010 – 52,231 miles
  • 2009 – 37,342 miles
  • 2008 – 25,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,364 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive evidence on belly panel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted not allowing inspection on underbody

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,364 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    164,364 miles
    Test number
    529212829554
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive evidence on belly panel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted not allowing inspection on underbody

  2. Fail164,364 miles (+9,037)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,364 miles
    Test number
    785210670879
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive evidence on belly panel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted not allowing inspection on underbody

  3. Pass155,327 miles (+8,984)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    155,327 miles
    Test number
    550233427739
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass146,343 miles (+9,204)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    146,343 miles
    Test number
    891907209030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass137,139 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    137,139 miles
    Test number
    259547775603
    • AdvisoryParking brake just meets requirements
    • AdvisoryUnderetrays fitted

  6. Fail137,139 miles (+6,984)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,139 miles
    Test number
    133958583726
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake just meets requirements
    • AdvisoryUnderetrays fitted

  7. Pass130,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    130,155 miles
    Test number
    355488239845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail130,155 miles (+9,177)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,155 miles
    Test number
    104481227908
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

  9. Pass120,978 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    120,978 miles
    Test number
    907119976472
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Fail120,978 miles (+2,606)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,978 miles
    Test number
    217260388689
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass118,372 miles (+6,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    118,372 miles
    Test number
    221653351439
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass111,809 miles (+11,427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    111,809 miles
    Test number
    597836254304
    • 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)

  13. Pass100,382 miles (+23,435)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    100,382 miles
    Test number
    765381934088
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass76,947 miles (+10,767)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    76,947 miles
    Test number
    369552192145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,180 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    66,180 miles
    Test number
    628037681122
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Fail66,179 miles (+13,948)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,179 miles
    Test number
    357796781151
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass52,231 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    52,231 miles
    Test number
    132437360153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing low at edges

  18. Fail52,231 miles (+1)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,231 miles
    Test number
    211987360425
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing low at edges

  19. Fail52,230 miles (+14,888)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,230 miles
    Test number
    921576860132
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked

  20. Pass37,342 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    37,342 miles
    Test number
    484604139191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  21. Fail37,341 miles (+12,159)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,341 miles
    Test number
    544414539193
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass25,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,182 miles
    Test number
    933301958171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail25,181 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,181 miles
    Test number
    454781558177
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB05 GXY

Does LB05 GXY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 GXY expired on 28 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 GXY?
The MOT on LB05 GXY expired on 28 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 GXY done?
LB05 GXY was recorded at 164,364 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2022, an average of 10,003 miles a year.
Has LB05 GXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 GXY has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 GXY 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 GXY find?
LB05 GXY passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2022 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive evidence on belly panel; underbody covers fitted not allowing inspection on underbody.

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