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BMW 3 Series

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB05 JUVMOT history

LB05 JUV is a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 198,522 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
198,522 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,381 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 JUV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 JUV was last recorded at 198,522 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 8,635 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jul 2010: 78,660 miles, lower than 105,588 miles on 4 Nov 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
189,887 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,635 miles
Average per year
7,381 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,522 miles
  • 2025 – 189,887 miles
  • 2024 – 177,273 miles
  • 2022 – 174,759 miles
  • 2021 – 172,109 miles
  • 2018 – 166,207 miles
  • 2017 – 155,292 miles
  • 2016 – 143,277 miles
  • 2015 – 134,706 miles
  • 2014 – 123,344 miles
  • 2013 – 119,077 miles
  • 2012 – 112,366 miles
  • 2011 – 98,020 miles
  • 2010 – 78,660 miles
  • 2009 – 105,588 miles
  • 2008 – 84,432 miles
  • 2007 – 58,908 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,522 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides hazy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges worn unevenly / stepped (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corroded slightly (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides jacking point areas slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides outer sills deformed (6.1.1 (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.

  • Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,522 miles (+8,635)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    198,522 miles
    Test number
    925932901608
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides hazy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges worn unevenly / stepped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corroded slightly (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides jacking point areas slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides outer sills deformed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass189,887 miles (+12,614)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    189,887 miles
    Test number
    815923907961
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to legal limit, also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point area slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to legal limit, also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre to offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point area slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  3. Pass177,273 miles (+34)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    177,273 miles
    Test number
    658556531217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to legal limit, also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  4. Fail177,239 miles (+2,480)2 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,239 miles
    Test number
    483211396894
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside and offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to legal limit, also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  5. Pass174,759 miles (+2,650)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    174,759 miles
    Test number
    695758708298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material very slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  6. Pass172,109 miles (+5,902)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    172,109 miles
    Test number
    236866758076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  7. Pass166,207 miles (+10,915)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    166,207 miles
    Test number
    192612904761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass155,292 miles (+12,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    155,292 miles
    Test number
    286255410883
    • AdvisoryMil light on

  9. Pass143,277 miles (+8,571)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    143,277 miles
    Test number
    756901725480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass134,706 miles (+11,362)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    134,706 miles
    Test number
    655553905900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,344 miles (+4,267)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    123,344 miles
    Test number
    905746864278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass119,077 miles (+6,711)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    119,077 miles
    Test number
    469418663256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,366 miles (+14,346)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    112,366 miles
    Test number
    727192452210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,020 miles (+19,360)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    98,020 miles
    Test number
    596802791100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,660 miles (-26,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    78,660 miles
    Test number
    283343580158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass105,588 miles (+21,156)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    105,588 miles
    Test number
    221538109300
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/f brake reading considerably lower than o/s. REQUIRES ATTENTION.
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low!

  17. Pass84,432 miles (+25,524)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    84,432 miles
    Test number
    462181818340
    • NoteO/s front inner wheel arch cover close to tyre contact on full lock

  18. Pass58,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    602282917311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 JUV

Does LB05 JUV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 JUV is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 JUV?
The MOT on LB05 JUV is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 JUV done?
LB05 JUV was recorded at 198,522 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 7,381 miles a year.
Has LB05 JUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 JUV has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 JUV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jul 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 JUV find?
LB05 JUV passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both sides hazy; front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges worn unevenly / stepped; offside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 4 more.

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