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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LB05 LSVMOT history

LB05 LSV is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 131,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
131,400 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 LSV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 LSV was last recorded at 131,400 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 10,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jul 2012: 34,214 miles, lower than 43,437 miles on 23 Jul 2011.

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
120,833 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,567 miles
Average per year
6,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,400 miles
  • 2025 – 120,833 miles
  • 2024 – 118,220 miles
  • 2023 – 115,019 miles
  • 2022 – 110,395 miles
  • 2021 – 94,313 miles
  • 2019 – 86,176 miles
  • 2018 – 81,438 miles
  • 2017 – 73,439 miles
  • 2016 – 66,728 miles
  • 2015 – 59,277 miles
  • 2014 – 53,032 miles
  • 2013 – 43,026 miles
  • 2012 – 34,214 miles
  • 2011 – 43,437 miles
  • 2010 – 21,599 miles
  • 2009 – 15,151 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,400 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,400 miles (+10,567)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    131,400 miles
    Test number
    283121277739
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass120,833 miles (+2,613)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    120,833 miles
    Test number
    727516135438
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,220 miles (+3,201)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    118,220 miles
    Test number
    226225052125
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass115,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    115,019 miles
    Test number
    102971806592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail115,019 miles (+4,624)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,019 miles
    Test number
    506018713687
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass110,395 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    110,395 miles
    Test number
    420451004187
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail110,395 miles (+16,082)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,395 miles
    Test number
    802855781044
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass94,313 miles (+8,137)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    94,313 miles
    Test number
    146627154204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,176 miles
    Test number
    715484852301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  10. Fail86,175 miles (+4,737)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,175 miles
    Test number
    266002407494
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass81,438 miles (+7,999)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    81,438 miles
    Test number
    244171260306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,439 miles
    Test number
    998117380839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,439 miles (+6,711)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,439 miles
    Test number
    152885822285
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass66,728 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    66,728 miles
    Test number
    125338711278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail66,728 miles (+7,451)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,728 miles
    Test number
    888816624834
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass59,277 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    59,277 miles
    Test number
    109508545425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail59,277 miles (+6,245)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,277 miles
    Test number
    657598745000
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail53,032 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,032 miles
    Test number
    425287324144
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass53,032 miles (+10,006)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,032 miles
    Test number
    828677824187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    43,026 miles
    Test number
    429824143137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,026 miles (+8,812)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,026 miles
    Test number
    497970743107
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass34,214 miles (-9,223)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,214 miles
    Test number
    225571392125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    43,437 miles
    Test number
    989704601248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,437 miles (+21,838)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,437 miles
    Test number
    436404101207
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass21,599 miles (+6,448)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    21,599 miles
    Test number
    514693820297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteOffside front tyre cuts in inner side wall

  26. Pass15,151 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    15,151 miles
    Test number
    504023589129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail15,106 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,106 miles
    Test number
    982871389137
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Questions about LB05 LSV

Does LB05 LSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 LSV is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 LSV?
The MOT on LB05 LSV is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 LSV done?
LB05 LSV was recorded at 131,400 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 6,947 miles a year.
Has LB05 LSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 LSV has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 LSV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jul 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 LSV find?
LB05 LSV passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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