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BMW X3

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LB05 UGYMOT history

LB05 UGY is a blue petrol BMW X3 first used on 19 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 153,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
153,563 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 UGY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 UGY was last recorded at 153,563 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 3,238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,325 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,238 miles
Average per year
7,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,563 miles
  • 2025 – 150,325 miles
  • 2023 – 143,257 miles
  • 2022 – 140,820 miles
  • 2021 – 135,541 miles
  • 2020 – 128,995 miles
  • 2019 – 125,888 miles
  • 2018 – 118,356 miles
  • 2017 – 116,584 miles
  • 2016 – 111,037 miles
  • 2015 – 102,943 miles
  • 2014 – 95,267 miles
  • 2013 – 80,426 miles
  • 2012 – 64,941 miles
  • 2011 – 52,358 miles
  • 2010 – 47,278 miles
  • 2009 – 35,680 miles
  • 2008 – 27,732 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,563 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,563 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    153,563 miles
    Test number
    890634019923
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail153,563 miles (+3,238)1 dangerous5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,563 miles
    Test number
    694514741182
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass150,325 miles (+7,068)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    150,325 miles
    Test number
    356562927010
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass143,257 miles (+2,437)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    143,257 miles
    Test number
    320570786488
    • MinorNearside 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))

  5. Pass140,820 miles (+5,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    140,820 miles
    Test number
    463268576089
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass135,541 miles (+6,546)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,541 miles
    Test number
    258349253445
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass128,995 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    128,995 miles
    Test number
    648064528379
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail128,994 miles (+3,106)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,994 miles
    Test number
    282338246499
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass125,888 miles (+7,532)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,888 miles
    Test number
    142687722610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass118,356 miles (+1,772)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    118,356 miles
    Test number
    828004902294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    116,584 miles
    Test number
    248044332763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail116,584 miles (+5,547)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,584 miles
    Test number
    551195838803
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass111,037 miles (+8,094)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    111,037 miles
    Test number
    694941355635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,943 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    102,943 miles
    Test number
    758225307025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail102,943 miles (+7,676)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,943 miles
    Test number
    122276142535
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass95,267 miles (+2,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    95,267 miles
    Test number
    118611634368
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass93,194 miles (+12,768)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    93,194 miles
    Test number
    517496324256
    • 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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  18. Pass80,426 miles (+15,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    80,426 miles
    Test number
    896120543219
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass64,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    64,941 miles
    Test number
    396384542264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail64,941 miles (+12,583)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,941 miles
    Test number
    185972142210
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass52,358 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,358 miles
    Test number
    257776191117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail52,357 miles (+5,079)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,357 miles
    Test number
    176926491199
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass47,278 miles (+11,598)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    47,278 miles
    Test number
    110680100265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,680 miles (+7,948)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    35,680 miles
    Test number
    950601719293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,732 miles
    Test number
    200314718251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 UGY

Does LB05 UGY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 UGY is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 UGY?
The MOT on LB05 UGY is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 UGY done?
LB05 UGY was recorded at 153,563 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 7,204 miles a year.
Has LB05 UGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 UGY has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 UGY 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 UGY find?
LB05 UGY passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective both; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated, and 5 more.

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