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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB05 YVXMOT history

LB05 YVX is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Aug 2005. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 259,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2023
Mileage
259,073 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
15,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 YVX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 YVX was last recorded at 259,073 miles on 16 Oct 2022, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
259,069 miles · 11 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
15,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 259,073 miles
  • 2021 – 244,862 miles
  • 2020 – 218,561 miles
  • 2019 – 198,425 miles
  • 2018 – 171,242 miles
  • 2017 – 144,376 miles
  • 2016 – 135,019 miles
  • 2015 – 127,493 miles
  • 2014 – 114,868 miles
  • 2013 – 96,974 miles
  • 2012 – 83,090 miles
  • 2011 – 73,117 miles
  • 2010 – 62,051 miles
  • 2009 – 50,036 miles
  • 2008 – 37,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass259,073 miles
  • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTEDRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass259,073 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    259,073 miles
    Test number
    567513490822
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  2. Fail259,069 miles (+14,207)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,069 miles
    Test number
    782139934712
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  3. Pass244,862 miles (+26,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    244,862 miles
    Test number
    328639186404
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  4. Pass218,561 miles (+20,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    218,561 miles
    Test number
    584506768061
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  5. Pass198,425 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    198,425 miles
    Test number
    162779784968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail198,412 miles (+27,170)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,412 miles
    Test number
    435182800018
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  7. Pass171,242 miles (+26,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    171,242 miles
    Test number
    979777372532
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  8. Pass144,376 miles (+9,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    144,376 miles
    Test number
    646246080220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass135,019 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    135,019 miles
    Test number
    100991334080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Fail135,018 miles (+7,525)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,018 miles
    Test number
    449019121876
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass127,493 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    127,493 miles
    Test number
    498133610522
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush o/s & n/s both sides (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail127,493 miles (+12,625)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,493 miles
    Test number
    709818918582
    • Repaired at testDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush o/s & n/s both sides (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass114,868 miles (+17,894)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    114,868 miles
    Test number
    305408484464
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass96,974 miles (+13,884)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    96,974 miles
    Test number
    348595913298
    • NoteFront windscreen minor chip in swept zone.Offside front lower ball joint slightly play.Both front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

  15. Pass83,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    83,090 miles
    Test number
    425827502212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,090 miles (+9,973)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,090 miles
    Test number
    898977602239
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass73,117 miles (+11,066)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    73,117 miles
    Test number
    408181721208
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass62,051 miles (+12,015)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    62,051 miles
    Test number
    852334820258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,036 miles (+441)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,036 miles
    Test number
    211846029256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,595 miles (+11,602)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,595 miles
    Test number
    350685419298
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine oil level at minimum

  21. Fail37,993 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,993 miles
    Test number
    364587118201
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

  22. Pass37,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    37,993 miles
    Test number
    460427818279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 YVX

Does LB05 YVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 YVX expired on 15 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 YVX?
The MOT on LB05 YVX expired on 15 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 YVX done?
LB05 YVX was recorded at 259,073 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2022, an average of 15,571 miles a year.
Has LB05 YVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 YVX has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 YVX 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 YVX find?
LB05 YVX passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2022 with 1 advisory: under trays fitted.

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