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BMW X3

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LL05 BMZMOT history

LL05 BMZ is a blue petrol BMW X3 first used on 25 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

LL05 BMZ blue BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
98,175 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,922 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL05 BMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL05 BMZ was last recorded at 98,175 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,162 miles · 12 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
4,922 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,175 miles
  • 2024 – 95,926 miles
  • 2023 – 94,389 miles
  • 2022 – 91,932 miles
  • 2021 – 89,657 miles
  • 2020 – 88,088 miles
  • 2019 – 86,301 miles
  • 2018 – 82,556 miles
  • 2017 – 77,557 miles
  • 2016 – 72,841 miles
  • 2015 – 68,829 miles
  • 2014 – 62,046 miles
  • 2013 – 55,658 miles
  • 2012 – 47,348 miles
  • 2011 – 38,722 miles
  • 2010 – 31,819 miles
  • 2009 – 22,871 miles
  • 2008 – 10,834 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,175 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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,175 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    98,175 miles
    Test number
    977459220557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail98,162 miles (+2,236)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,162 miles
    Test number
    846706826399
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,926 miles (+1,537)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    95,926 miles
    Test number
    191861407025
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass94,389 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    94,389 miles
    Test number
    407134895256
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Fail94,389 miles (+2,457)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,389 miles
    Test number
    547586936564
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass91,932 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    91,932 miles
    Test number
    661260907230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail91,928 miles (+2,271)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,928 miles
    Test number
    523564498422
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass89,657 miles (+1,569)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    89,657 miles
    Test number
    137161615605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,088 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,088 miles
    Test number
    563391105713
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail88,083 miles (+1,782)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,083 miles
    Test number
    471548173314
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass86,301 miles (+3,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    86,301 miles
    Test number
    263748979108
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  12. Pass82,556 miles (+4,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    82,556 miles
    Test number
    136559608982
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass77,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    77,557 miles
    Test number
    814819396368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,551 miles (+4,710)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,551 miles
    Test number
    918465358579
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass72,841 miles (+4,012)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,841 miles
    Test number
    513352389531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,829 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    68,829 miles
    Test number
    740043081241
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail68,829 miles (+6,783)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,829 miles
    Test number
    362282897267
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass62,046 miles (+6,388)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,046 miles
    Test number
    368677224454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,658 miles (+8,310)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    55,658 miles
    Test number
    668275453253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,348 miles (+8,626)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,348 miles
    Test number
    227659042298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,722 miles (+6,903)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    38,722 miles
    Test number
    728155441289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,819 miles (+8,948)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,819 miles
    Test number
    311156250400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,871 miles (+12,037)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    22,871 miles
    Test number
    972622159214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass10,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    10,834 miles
    Test number
    212878278065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL05 BMZ

Does LL05 BMZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL05 BMZ is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL05 BMZ?
The MOT on LL05 BMZ is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL05 BMZ done?
LL05 BMZ was recorded at 98,175 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 4,922 miles a year.
Has LL05 BMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL05 BMZ has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LL05 BMZ 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 LL05 BMZ find?
LL05 BMZ passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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