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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB05 WZRMOT history

LB05 WZR is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 169,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
169,459 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 WZR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 WZR was last recorded at 169,459 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 4,483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,976 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,483 miles
Average per year
7,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,459 miles
  • 2025 – 164,976 miles
  • 2024 – 159,268 miles
  • 2023 – 156,116 miles
  • 2022 – 154,456 miles
  • 2021 – 149,868 miles
  • 2019 – 143,506 miles
  • 2018 – 134,698 miles
  • 2017 – 127,067 miles
  • 2016 – 119,319 miles
  • 2015 – 112,233 miles
  • 2014 – 104,634 miles
  • 2013 – 98,218 miles
  • 2012 – 91,436 miles
  • 2011 – 84,650 miles
  • 2010 – 78,093 miles
  • 2009 – 62,049 miles
  • 2008 – 43,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,459 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front fog lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass169,459 miles (+4,483)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    169,459 miles
    Test number
    656175046707
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass164,976 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    164,976 miles
    Test number
    922772827420
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working

  3. Fail164,960 miles (+5,692)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,960 miles
    Test number
    554369854771
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear low brake pad warning light wire insecure

  4. Pass159,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    159,268 miles
    Test number
    874050303651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail159,268 miles (+3,152)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,268 miles
    Test number
    682143398220
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

  6. Pass156,116 miles (+1,660)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    156,116 miles
    Test number
    686173147210
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass154,456 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    154,456 miles
    Test number
    263302175445
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear next to fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail154,456 miles (+4,588)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,456 miles
    Test number
    885103554100
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear next to fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass149,868 miles (+6,362)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    149,868 miles
    Test number
    440475881821
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass143,506 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,506 miles
    Test number
    717855851548
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail143,503 miles (+8,805)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,503 miles
    Test number
    465174046649
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass134,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    134,698 miles
    Test number
    577756067345
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has kerb damage on outer wall

  13. Fail134,698 miles (+7,631)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,698 miles
    Test number
    799924231815
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has kerb damage on outer wall

  14. Pass127,067 miles (+7,748)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    127,067 miles
    Test number
    160272465612
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both-sides wearing thin (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre side-wall damaged

  15. Pass119,319 miles (+7,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,319 miles
    Test number
    805249656744
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass112,233 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    112,233 miles
    Test number
    678760885100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail112,223 miles (+7,589)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,223 miles
    Test number
    906748875123
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO\s\r shocker cover deterioted

  18. Pass104,634 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    104,634 miles
    Test number
    236729974182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail104,634 miles (+6,416)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,634 miles
    Test number
    496229774172
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass98,218 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    98,218 miles
    Test number
    328318873104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail98,133 miles (+6,697)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,133 miles
    Test number
    797733273154
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN\s\r tyre has cracks all-over

  22. Pass91,436 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    91,436 miles
    Test number
    579304982177
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail91,429 miles (+6,779)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,429 miles
    Test number
    335482482139
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass84,650 miles (+6,557)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    84,650 miles
    Test number
    939581781186
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/r tyre damaged on wall

  25. Pass78,093 miles (+181)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,093 miles
    Test number
    771940480118
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has damage on wall

  26. Fail77,912 miles (+15,863)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,912 miles
    Test number
    280136670155
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has damage on wall

  27. Pass62,049 miles (+18,586)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    62,049 miles
    Test number
    292093979491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,463 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,463 miles
    Test number
    231088178413
    • NoteStone damage Front screen Zone B.

Questions about LB05 WZR

Does LB05 WZR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 WZR is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 WZR?
The MOT on LB05 WZR is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 WZR done?
LB05 WZR was recorded at 169,459 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 7,162 miles a year.
Has LB05 WZR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 WZR has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 WZR 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 WZR find?
LB05 WZR passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged.

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