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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,494 cc

LB05 LVGMOT history

LB05 LVG is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 118,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2024
Mileage
118,656 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2023
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 LVG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 LVG was last recorded at 118,656 miles on 6 Jan 2023, 2,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,697 miles · 29 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
2,959 miles
Average per year
6,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,656 miles
  • 2021 – 115,697 miles
  • 2020 – 96,967 miles
  • 2019 – 90,725 miles
  • 2018 – 86,848 miles
  • 2016 – 77,679 miles
  • 2015 – 72,240 miles
  • 2014 – 66,453 miles
  • 2013 – 58,780 miles
  • 2012 – 47,536 miles
  • 2011 – 38,158 miles
  • 2010 – 33,396 miles
  • 2009 – 28,934 miles
  • 2008 – 23,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,656 miles
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,656 miles (+2,959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    118,656 miles
    Test number
    249170512353
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass115,697 miles (+18,730)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,697 miles
    Test number
    990131594887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass96,967 miles (+6,242)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,967 miles
    Test number
    427586830238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Indicator lamp has moisture within lamp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Slight play in inner joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear brake discs corroded and lipped Offside slight distortion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear floor pan area starting to corrode

  4. Pass90,725 miles (+3,877)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,725 miles
    Test number
    225071465497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,848 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    86,848 miles
    Test number
    418236017471
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 94 y budget (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass81,497 km
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    81,497 km
    Test number
    592491868909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,679 miles (+5,439)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,679 miles
    Test number
    369283157141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,240 miles (+5,787)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,240 miles
    Test number
    266840913193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,453 miles (+7,673)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,453 miles
    Test number
    905765764292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass58,780 miles (+11,244)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,780 miles
    Test number
    796836963269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,536 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,536 miles
    Test number
    165941852258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail47,523 miles (+9,365)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,523 miles
    Test number
    196124042276
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass38,158 miles (+4,762)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    38,158 miles
    Test number
    355205341208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,396 miles (+4,462)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,396 miles
    Test number
    304669050407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,934 miles (+4,972)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,934 miles
    Test number
    241919359285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,962 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,962 miles
    Test number
    373031868463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail23,947 miles (+2,738)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,947 miles
    Test number
    732689758256
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass21,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    21,209 miles
    Test number
    812476058122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 LVG

Does LB05 LVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 LVG expired on 5 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 LVG?
The MOT on LB05 LVG expired on 5 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 LVG done?
LB05 LVG was recorded at 118,656 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2023, an average of 6,679 miles a year.
Has LB05 LVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 LVG has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2012.
Has the mileage on LB05 LVG 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 LVG find?
LB05 LVG passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: all direction indicators slightly discoloured; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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