BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB05 ZYGMOT history

LB05 ZYG is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 141,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2025
Mileage
141,867 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,723 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB05 ZYG in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 ZYG
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
20 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 ZYG was last recorded at 141,867 miles on 6 Jul 2024, 1,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,328 miles · 6 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1,539 miles
Average per year
4,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 141,867 miles
  • 2023 – 140,328 miles
  • 2022 – 139,399 miles
  • 2021 – 136,566 miles
  • 2020 – 134,489 miles
  • 2019 – 130,718 miles
  • 2018 – 125,301 miles
  • 2017 – 120,800 miles
  • 2016 – 116,066 miles
  • 2015 – 109,898 miles
  • 2014 – 103,938 miles
  • 2013 – 97,725 miles
  • 2012 – 93,039 miles
  • 2011 – 87,060 miles
  • 2010 – 83,306 miles
  • 2009 – 78,637 miles
  • 2008 – 66,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,867 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s + n/s also corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Central Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Rear Boot lid component damaged but not likely to cause injury

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,867 miles (+1,539)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    141,867 miles
    Test number
    648214190098
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s + n/s also corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,328 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    140,328 miles
    Test number
    708995840321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail140,249 miles1 major3 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,249 miles
    Test number
    113805907956
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported very close to main power cable (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Boot lid component damaged but not likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear rear prop shaft donut splitting
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bonnet struts seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Body not fully secure side sills (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bonnet struts seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens discoloured
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Body not fully secure side sills (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail140,249 miles (+850)6 major3 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,249 miles
    Test number
    869839298398
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported very close to main power cable (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Boot lid component damaged but not likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear rear prop shaft donut splitting
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bonnet struts seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Body not fully secure side sills (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bonnet struts seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens discoloured
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Body not fully secure side sills (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass139,399 miles (+2,833)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    139,399 miles
    Test number
    304763244313
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNo acceleration detected on emissions test

  6. Pass136,566 miles (+2,077)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    136,566 miles
    Test number
    665804626676
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass134,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    134,489 miles
    Test number
    701643933747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail134,489 miles (+3,771)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,489 miles
    Test number
    325382852080
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass130,718 miles (+5,417)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    130,718 miles
    Test number
    278035870956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass125,301 miles (+4,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    125,301 miles
    Test number
    872096546494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And cut to outer side wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hand brake low reading may require adjustment or repair

  11. Pass120,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    120,800 miles
    Test number
    910180579145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail120,800 miles (+4,734)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,800 miles
    Test number
    252086287071
    • 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)

  13. Pass116,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    116,066 miles
    Test number
    233774285803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail116,066 miles (+6,168)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,066 miles
    Test number
    383150355267
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working Side lamp (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass109,898 miles (+6)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    109,898 miles
    Test number
    267047265429
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail109,892 miles (+5,954)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,892 miles
    Test number
    798129655105
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass103,938 miles (+6,213)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    103,938 miles
    Test number
    219350054195
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass97,725 miles (+28)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    97,725 miles
    Test number
    226781963172
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail97,697 miles (+4,658)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,697 miles
    Test number
    246408453460
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass93,039 miles (+5,979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    93,039 miles
    Test number
    387754562157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass87,060 miles (+3,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    87,060 miles
    Test number
    326168451165
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass83,306 miles (+4,669)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    83,306 miles
    Test number
    693029660175
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass78,637 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    78,637 miles
    Test number
    214826979497
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail78,637 miles (+12,461)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,637 miles
    Test number
    263165979134
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass66,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    66,176 miles
    Test number
    493289378186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 ZYG

Does LB05 ZYG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 ZYG expired on 5 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 ZYG?
The MOT on LB05 ZYG expired on 5 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 ZYG done?
LB05 ZYG was recorded at 141,867 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2024, an average of 4,723 miles a year.
Has LB05 ZYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 ZYG has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 ZYG 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 ZYG find?
LB05 ZYG passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s + n/s also corroded; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

Related registrations

Browse all LB05Z registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.