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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 2013 · 1,997 cc

LB05 JCBMOT history

LB05 JCB is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 65,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
65,909 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,335 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 JCB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 JCB was last recorded at 65,909 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 5,104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
60,805 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,104 miles
Average per year
4,335 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,909 miles
  • 2025 – 60,805 miles
  • 2024 – 57,835 miles
  • 2023 – 54,844 miles
  • 2022 – 51,597 miles
  • 2021 – 48,106 miles
  • 2019 – 44,409 miles
  • 2018 – 38,990 miles
  • 2017 – 33,339 miles
  • 2016 – 28,309 miles
  • 2015 – 17,735 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,909 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • 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 damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Under trays and engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 28 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,909 miles (+5,104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    65,909 miles
    Test number
    922964774732
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass60,805 miles (+1,044)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    60,805 miles
    Test number
    134992436203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass59,761 miles (+1,926)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    59,761 miles
    Test number
    278536802102
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket missing
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Gearbox / Transfer box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTransfer box mount bolt Loose / Defective

  4. Pass57,835 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    57,835 miles
    Test number
    720026580398
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail57,835 miles (+2,991)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,835 miles
    Test number
    505072489273
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass54,844 miles (+3,247)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    54,844 miles
    Test number
    745283567153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass51,597 miles (+3,491)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    51,597 miles
    Test number
    763273945523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,106 miles (+3,697)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    48,106 miles
    Test number
    731037198632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,409 miles (+5,419)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    44,409 miles
    Test number
    958276509843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,990 miles (+5,651)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    38,990 miles
    Test number
    725206839561
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre valve stem perished

  11. Pass33,339 miles (+5,030)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    33,339 miles
    Test number
    471498344884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  12. Pass28,309 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    28,309 miles
    Test number
    470587988130
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  13. Fail28,309 miles (+10,574)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,309 miles
    Test number
    502782928870
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  14. Pass17,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    17,735 miles
    Test number
    805839605293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 JCB

Does LB05 JCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 JCB is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 JCB?
The MOT on LB05 JCB is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 JCB done?
LB05 JCB was recorded at 65,909 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 4,335 miles a year.
Has LB05 JCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 JCB has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 JCB 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 JCB find?
LB05 JCB passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive.

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