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BMW 5 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 4,398 cc

LM05 BYRMOT history

LM05 BYR is a blue petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 20 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 220,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2025.

LM05 BYR blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2026
Mileage
220,066 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 BYR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 BYR was last recorded at 220,066 miles on 13 Jun 2025, 1,908 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,158 miles · 17 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,908 miles
Average per year
9,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 220,066 miles
  • 2024 – 218,158 miles
  • 2023 – 215,093 miles
  • 2022 – 206,104 miles
  • 2021 – 199,763 miles
  • 2020 – 194,247 miles
  • 2019 – 186,138 miles
  • 2018 – 175,141 miles
  • 2017 – 161,991 miles
  • 2016 – 147,919 miles
  • 2015 – 136,214 miles
  • 2014 – 126,745 miles
  • 2013 – 114,678 miles
  • 2012 – 103,200 miles
  • 2011 – 91,931 miles
  • 2010 – 80,285 miles
  • 2009 – 62,809 miles
  • 2008 – 50,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,066 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront headlamp fogy
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,066 miles (+1,908)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    220,066 miles
    Test number
    400199130959
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp fogy
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass218,158 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    218,158 miles
    Test number
    135506225726
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail218,155 miles (+3,062)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,155 miles
    Test number
    397043194073
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass215,093 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    215,093 miles
    Test number
    139961768828
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail215,093 miles (+8,989)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,093 miles
    Test number
    115838867647
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass206,104 miles (+6,341)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    206,104 miles
    Test number
    638351568247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass199,763 miles (+19)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    199,763 miles
    Test number
    430959869823
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail199,744 miles (+5,497)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,744 miles
    Test number
    946834943659
    • MajorEmissions not tested Engine misfiring. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible Excessively deteriorated. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryLower engine bay cover and undertrays installed obscuring testable components.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Undertray obscuring assessment of oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass194,247 miles (+47)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    194,247 miles
    Test number
    704441472449
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pad low warning wire disconnected
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail194,200 miles (+8,062)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,200 miles
    Test number
    665381326859
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pad low warning wire disconnected
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass186,138 miles (+10,997)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    186,138 miles
    Test number
    708507623761
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass175,141 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    175,141 miles
    Test number
    217011079882
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail175,141 miles (+13,150)2 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,141 miles
    Test number
    958269894095
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass161,991 miles (+14,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    161,991 miles
    Test number
    951672210225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass147,919 miles (+11,705)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    147,919 miles
    Test number
    626799169638
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on their inner & outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met, (minimum 16% actual 18%).
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass136,214 miles (+9,469)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    136,214 miles
    Test number
    551967974742
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass126,745 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    126,745 miles
    Test number
    708507924280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail126,745 miles (+12,067)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,745 miles
    Test number
    518007424289
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass114,678 miles (+19)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    114,678 miles
    Test number
    678199993159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll front exhaust flange securing nuts from cats' to downpipes have corroded & some are non-existant
    • NoteUnable to check the brake fluid reservoir for level due to its location, benefit of doubt is given to the presenter as to its fluid level

  20. Fail114,659 miles (+11,459)1 dangerous1 failure9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,659 miles
    Test number
    876138293124
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll front exhaust flange securing nuts from cats' to downpipes have corroded & some are non-existant
    • NoteUnable to check the brake fluid reservoir for level due to its location, benefit of doubt is given to the presenter as to its fluid level

  21. Pass103,200 miles (+11,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    103,200 miles
    Test number
    527444192176
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  22. Pass91,931 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    91,931 miles
    Test number
    579509491199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail91,881 miles (+11,596)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,881 miles
    Test number
    815156291101
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass80,285 miles (+17,476)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    80,285 miles
    Test number
    280805960411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass62,809 miles (+12,122)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    62,809 miles
    Test number
    812532149157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    50,687 miles
    Test number
    394251578132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 BYR

Does LM05 BYR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 BYR expired on 12 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 BYR?
The MOT on LM05 BYR expired on 12 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 BYR done?
LM05 BYR was recorded at 220,066 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2025, an average of 9,974 miles a year.
Has LM05 BYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 BYR has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LM05 BYR 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 LM05 BYR find?
LM05 BYR passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2025 with 3 advisories: front lower oil leak, but not excessive; front headlamp fogy; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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