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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB05 XAZMOT history

LB05 XAZ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Aug 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 207,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2024
Mileage
207,749 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XAZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XAZ was last recorded at 207,749 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 11,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Aug 2016: 116,342 miles, lower than 161,117 miles on 31 Jul 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
196,467 miles · 3 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
11,282 miles
Average per year
10,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 207,749 miles
  • 2022 – 196,467 miles
  • 2021 – 180,155 miles
  • 2017 – 132,203 miles
  • 2016 – 116,342 miles
  • 2015 – 161,117 miles
  • 2013 – 76,374 miles
  • 2012 – 73,703 miles
  • 2011 – 54,451 miles
  • 2010 – 52,611 miles
  • 2009 – 47,029 miles
  • 2008 – 42,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,749 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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 Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,749 miles (+11,282)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    207,749 miles
    Test number
    919493239449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass196,467 miles (+16,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    196,467 miles
    Test number
    679942031320
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe at rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass180,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    180,155 miles
    Test number
    385502513264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail180,155 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,155 miles
    Test number
    918219127952
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  5. Pass274,759 km (+18,129)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    274,759 km
    Test number
    844444857655
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass256,630 km (+22,373)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    256,630 km
    Test number
    555753098250
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass234,257 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    234,257 km
    Test number
    393570916456
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Fail234,257 km1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,257 km
    Test number
    501224373795
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass132,203 miles (+15,861)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    132,203 miles
    Test number
    216020535329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,342 miles (-44,775)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    116,342 miles
    Test number
    957794021103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass161,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    161,117 miles
    Test number
    746832615224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass138,448 km
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    138,448 km
    Test number
    315860714410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,374 miles (+2,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    76,374 miles
    Test number
    476325453236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass73,703 miles (+19,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    73,703 miles
    Test number
    636770002232
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass54,451 miles (+1,840)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,451 miles
    Test number
    986934491199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteNearside door mirror cracked
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated

  16. Pass52,611 miles (+5,582)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    52,611 miles
    Test number
    220795360165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,029 miles (+5,026)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    47,029 miles
    Test number
    280154899459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,003 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    42,003 miles
    Test number
    652154528208
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear centre seat buckle casing cracked

Questions about LB05 XAZ

Does LB05 XAZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 XAZ expired on 2 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XAZ?
The MOT on LB05 XAZ expired on 2 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 XAZ done?
LB05 XAZ was recorded at 207,749 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 10,890 miles a year.
Has LB05 XAZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XAZ has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB05 XAZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Aug 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 XAZ find?
LB05 XAZ passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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