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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LB05 ZXCMOT history

LB05 ZXC is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 65,813 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
65,813 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 ZXC
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 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 ZXC was last recorded at 65,813 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,636 miles · 27 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
177 miles
Average per year
2,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,813 miles
  • 2024 – 65,636 miles
  • 2023 – 64,473 miles
  • 2022 – 62,843 miles
  • 2021 – 61,783 miles
  • 2020 – 58,079 miles
  • 2017 – 56,357 miles
  • 2016 – 53,444 miles
  • 2015 – 51,070 miles
  • 2014 – 48,442 miles
  • 2013 – 43,494 miles
  • 2011 – 40,312 miles
  • 2010 – 31,557 miles
  • 2009 – 26,113 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,813 miles

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,813 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    65,813 miles
    Test number
    413422519263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass65,636 miles (+1,163)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    65,636 miles
    Test number
    781417368430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,473 miles (+1,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    64,473 miles
    Test number
    299127641067
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass62,843 miles (+1,060)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    62,843 miles
    Test number
    290847513483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass61,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    61,783 miles
    Test number
    146859663837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail61,783 miles (+3,704)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,783 miles
    Test number
    905399734328
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass58,079 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    58,079 miles
    Test number
    813121965132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail58,069 miles (+1,712)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,069 miles
    Test number
    583194305741
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass56,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    56,357 miles
    Test number
    978894499421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,357 miles (+2,913)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,357 miles
    Test number
    272309426548
    • FailureHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has cracks and damaged

  11. Pass53,444 miles (+2,374)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    53,444 miles
    Test number
    134258394595
    • AdvisoryCrack On Front Registration Plate
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper Damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres Perished

  12. Fail51,070 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,070 miles
    Test number
    465938815076
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure

  13. Pass51,070 miles (+2,628)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    51,070 miles
    Test number
    855898815043
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure

  14. Pass48,442 miles (+4,948)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    48,442 miles
    Test number
    579274014098
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAll four tyres have slight kerbing rim damage

  15. Pass43,494 miles (+3,182)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    43,494 miles
    Test number
    287039713095
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  16. Pass40,312 miles (+7)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    40,312 miles
    Test number
    349927651307
    • NoteCut on nearside rear tyre outer side wall but cord not exposed
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged

  17. Fail40,305 miles (+3,711)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,305 miles
    Test number
    667686451362
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCut on nearside rear tyre outer side wall but cord not exposed
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged

  18. Pass36,594 miles (+31)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    36,594 miles
    Test number
    688692931037
    • NoteEngine iol MIN
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteSpare tyre under presure

  19. Fail36,563 miles (+5,006)5 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,563 miles
    Test number
    755653021019
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDue to side wear on tyres it is recommended to have wheel alignment
    • NoteEngine iol MIN
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteOff side and near side front inner wheel arches loose and damaged
    • NoteSpare tyre under presure
    • NoteUnder bonnet water drains need clearing

  20. Pass31,557 miles (+5,444)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    31,557 miles
    Test number
    861264000043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth Front Tyres Have Slight Damage To Sidewalls!

  21. Pass26,113 miles (+37)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,113 miles
    Test number
    142179519429
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyre outer side wall damage & tread edge wear
    • NoteBoth rear tyre wearing low
    • NoteNear front side bumper area damage & insecure

  22. Fail26,076 miles1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,076 miles
    Test number
    510022619042
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyre outer side wall damage & tread edge wear
    • NoteBoth rear tyre wearing low
    • NoteNear front side bumper area damage & insecure

Questions about LB05 ZXC

Does LB05 ZXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 ZXC is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 ZXC?
The MOT on LB05 ZXC is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 ZXC done?
LB05 ZXC was recorded at 65,813 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 2,360 miles a year.
Has LB05 ZXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 ZXC has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on LB05 ZXC 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 ZXC find?
LB05 ZXC passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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