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BMW X3

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,976 cc

LB05 ZYJMOT history

LB05 ZYJ is a blue petrol BMW X3 first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 131,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2024
Mileage
131,604 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 ZYJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,976 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 ZYJ was last recorded at 131,604 miles on 9 Nov 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,604 miles · 31 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,604 miles
  • 2022 – 123,849 miles
  • 2021 – 122,403 miles
  • 2020 – 119,794 miles
  • 2019 – 115,624 miles
  • 2018 – 109,530 miles
  • 2017 – 97,103 miles
  • 2016 – 84,852 miles
  • 2015 – 75,930 miles
  • 2013 – 65,538 miles
  • 2012 – 55,072 miles
  • 2011 – 42,007 miles
  • 2010 – 35,838 miles
  • 2009 – 28,749 miles
  • 2008 – 22,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,604 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joints (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass131,604 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    131,604 miles
    Test number
    147358080600
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail131,604 miles (+7,755)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,604 miles
    Test number
    913258202394
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,849 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    123,849 miles
    Test number
    309926239797
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides trailing arm mounting brackets rusty

  4. Fail123,849 miles (+1,446)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,849 miles
    Test number
    647605153968
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides trailing arm mounting brackets rusty

  5. Pass122,403 miles (+2,609)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    122,403 miles
    Test number
    949353415867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass119,794 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    119,794 miles
    Test number
    271368232879
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail119,792 miles (+4,168)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,792 miles
    Test number
    726900888378
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass115,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,624 miles
    Test number
    217157007392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail115,624 miles (+6,094)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,624 miles
    Test number
    693371896448
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass109,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    109,530 miles
    Test number
    813106022272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail109,530 miles (+12,427)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,530 miles
    Test number
    835309890256
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass97,103 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    97,103 miles
    Test number
    955661495846
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear inner brake pads wearing thin

  13. Fail97,100 miles (+12,248)3 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,100 miles
    Test number
    354228916606
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear inner brake pads wearing thin

  14. Pass84,852 miles (+8,922)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,852 miles
    Test number
    705887263576
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted obscuring some components/areas
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm Goodyear Excellence 235/50/18 97V [rim protector] (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail75,930 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,930 miles
    Test number
    169804055431
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass75,930 miles (+10,392)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,930 miles
    Test number
    216844855043
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass65,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    65,538 miles
    Test number
    975090213381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,538 miles (+10,466)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,538 miles
    Test number
    499580213427
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass55,072 miles (+13,065)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,072 miles
    Test number
    859578482189
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass42,007 miles (+6,169)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    42,007 miles
    Test number
    796874791178
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass35,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    35,838 miles
    Test number
    364703090138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,834 miles (+7,085)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,834 miles
    Test number
    780113390172
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass28,749 miles (+5,855)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,749 miles
    Test number
    590007369146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,894 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,894 miles
    Test number
    280517578117
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteRear reg plate perishing

  25. Fail22,884 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,884 miles
    Test number
    631907378141
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteRear reg plate perishing

Questions about LB05 ZYJ

Does LB05 ZYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 ZYJ expired on 8 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 ZYJ?
The MOT on LB05 ZYJ expired on 8 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 ZYJ done?
LB05 ZYJ was recorded at 131,604 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2023, an average of 7,072 miles a year.
Has LB05 ZYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 ZYJ has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 ZYJ 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 ZYJ find?
LB05 ZYJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: central rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joints, and 6 more.

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