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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LB05 YXPMOT history

LB05 YXP is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 86,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
86,989 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 YXP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 YXP was last recorded at 86,989 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,676 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
313 miles
Average per year
2,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,989 miles
  • 2025 – 86,676 miles
  • 2024 – 86,644 miles
  • 2023 – 86,417 miles
  • 2022 – 86,241 miles
  • 2021 – 86,039 miles
  • 2020 – 85,840 miles
  • 2019 – 85,682 miles
  • 2018 – 85,305 miles
  • 2017 – 84,820 miles
  • 2016 – 84,230 miles
  • 2015 – 83,597 miles
  • 2014 – 82,924 miles
  • 2013 – 79,811 miles
  • 2012 – 78,046 miles
  • 2011 – 76,447 miles
  • 2010 – 72,013 miles
  • 2009 – 57,010 miles
  • 2008 – 42,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,989 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner threads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    86,989 miles
    Test number
    289342024941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail86,986 miles (+310)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,986 miles
    Test number
    348584723093
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass86,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    86,676 miles
    Test number
    304272755115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail86,676 miles (+32)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,676 miles
    Test number
    271812245222
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass86,644 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    86,644 miles
    Test number
    543735864092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,417 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    86,417 miles
    Test number
    994436421352
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner threads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail86,416 miles (+175)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,416 miles
    Test number
    731332656118
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall 255 35 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working wipers not checked due to washers (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner threads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass86,241 miles (+202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,241 miles
    Test number
    436388407445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass86,039 miles (+199)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,039 miles
    Test number
    521119623682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,840 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    865186727840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,682 miles (+377)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    85,682 miles
    Test number
    772678904266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,305 miles (+485)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,305 miles
    Test number
    784768410243
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass84,820 miles (+590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    84,820 miles
    Test number
    306832387107
    • AdvisoryFront Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass84,230 miles (+633)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    84,230 miles
    Test number
    106649739175
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass83,597 miles (+673)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    83,597 miles
    Test number
    915971245243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,924 miles (+3,113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    82,924 miles
    Test number
    917639254213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass79,811 miles (+1,765)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,811 miles
    Test number
    827666473117
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass78,046 miles (+1,599)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,046 miles
    Test number
    206699582481
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass76,447 miles (+4,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,447 miles
    Test number
    707684891165
    • 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)

  20. Pass72,013 miles (+15,003)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    72,013 miles
    Test number
    253411180474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    57,010 miles
    Test number
    450591889102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail57,010 miles (+14,975)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,010 miles
    Test number
    261201589190
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass42,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    42,035 miles
    Test number
    850139768124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 YXP

Does LB05 YXP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 YXP is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 YXP?
The MOT on LB05 YXP is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 YXP done?
LB05 YXP was recorded at 86,989 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 2,466 miles a year.
Has LB05 YXP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 YXP has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 YXP 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 YXP find?
LB05 YXP passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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