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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB05 LVSMOT history

LB05 LVS is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 157,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2024
Mileage
157,905 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,279 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 LVS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 LVS was last recorded at 157,905 miles on 26 Jul 2023, 5,121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,784 miles · 23 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
5,121 miles
Average per year
8,279 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 157,905 miles
  • 2022 – 152,784 miles
  • 2021 – 147,662 miles
  • 2020 – 142,458 miles
  • 2019 – 139,403 miles
  • 2018 – 131,614 miles
  • 2017 – 124,960 miles
  • 2016 – 118,122 miles
  • 2015 – 112,881 miles
  • 2014 – 103,397 miles
  • 2013 – 92,404 miles
  • 2012 – 78,494 miles
  • 2011 – 62,732 miles
  • 2010 – 46,040 miles
  • 2009 – 44,483 miles
  • 2008 – 32,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,905 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine cover/under coveres fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,905 miles (+5,121)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    157,905 miles
    Test number
    998384401233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass152,784 miles (+5,122)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    152,784 miles
    Test number
    294665877383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass147,662 miles (+5,204)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    147,662 miles
    Test number
    883178470248
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LIMITS!!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play LIMITS!! (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass142,458 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    142,458 miles
    Test number
    496001988742
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under coveres fitted

  5. Fail142,446 miles (+3,043)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,446 miles
    Test number
    133934166563
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under coveres fitted

  6. Pass139,403 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    139,403 miles
    Test number
    117841171083
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield adrift

  7. Fail139,403 miles (+7,789)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,403 miles
    Test number
    470603829928
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield adrift

  8. Pass131,614 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    131,614 miles
    Test number
    635925283940
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Fail131,613 miles (+6,653)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,613 miles
    Test number
    502819972322
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass124,960 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    124,960 miles
    Test number
    184814640446
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryNoise on clutch

  11. Fail124,958 miles (+6,836)12 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,958 miles
    Test number
    634994857645
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryNoise on clutch

  12. Pass118,122 miles (+5,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    118,122 miles
    Test number
    563060701121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass112,881 miles (+9,484)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    112,881 miles
    Test number
    496239245156
    • 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)

  14. Pass103,397 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    103,397 miles
    Test number
    219833014409
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail103,397 miles (+10,993)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,397 miles
    Test number
    287943314179
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass92,404 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    92,404 miles
    Test number
    706065613174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail92,403 miles (+13,909)2 dangerous2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,403 miles
    Test number
    646453513104
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass78,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    78,494 miles
    Test number
    238184112435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail78,494 miles (+15,762)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,494 miles
    Test number
    226802012478
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass62,732 miles (+16,692)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,732 miles
    Test number
    727246391074
    • NoteFront brake pads are worn (approx 2,000 miles left)

  21. Fail46,040 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,040 miles
    Test number
    123572140090
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass46,040 miles (+1,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    46,040 miles
    Test number
    283402740031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail44,483 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,483 miles
    Test number
    290120569446
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass44,483 miles (+11,747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    44,483 miles
    Test number
    981860869157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass32,736 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,736 miles
    Test number
    141124068155
    • 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)

  26. Fail32,736 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,736 miles
    Test number
    253204168113
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

Questions about LB05 LVS

Does LB05 LVS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 LVS expired on 31 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 LVS?
The MOT on LB05 LVS expired on 31 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 LVS done?
LB05 LVS was recorded at 157,905 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2023, an average of 8,279 miles a year.
Has LB05 LVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 LVS has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on LB05 LVS 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 LVS find?
LB05 LVS passed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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