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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LM05 KCFMOT history

LM05 KCF is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 182,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2023.

LM05 KCF grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2023
Mileage
182,118 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,765 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 KCF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM05 KCF was last recorded at 182,118 miles on 17 Aug 2023, 12,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,862 miles · 4 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
12,256 miles
Average per year
9,765 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 182,118 miles
  • 2022 – 169,862 miles
  • 2021 – 157,259 miles
  • 2020 – 149,598 miles
  • 2018 – 142,179 miles
  • 2017 – 119,326 miles
  • 2016 – 93,695 miles
  • 2015 – 74,431 miles
  • 2014 – 67,551 miles
  • 2013 – 63,068 miles
  • 2012 – 58,479 miles
  • 2011 – 50,131 miles
  • 2010 – 41,691 miles
  • 2009 – 35,621 miles
  • 2008 – 34,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail182,118 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorUndertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorUndertray insecure rear shield (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryN/s/f fog light insecure

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail182,118 miles (+12,256)3 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,118 miles
    Test number
    844903585158
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorUndertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorUndertray insecure rear shield (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog light insecure

  2. Pass169,862 miles1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    169,862 miles
    Test number
    503960426498
    • DangerousOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) STRONGLY ADVISE REPLACEMENT ASAP
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecure, danger of chafing propshaft

  3. Fail169,862 miles (+4,013)3 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,862 miles
    Test number
    337989684955
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) STRONGLY ADVISE REPLACEMENT ASAP
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper centre arm, inner rosejoint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper centre arm, inner rosejoint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecure, danger of chafing propshaft

  4. Fail165,849 miles (+8,590)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,849 miles
    Test number
    655499114855
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ARM (front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass157,259 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    157,259 miles
    Test number
    955542538642
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a slight blow

  6. Fail157,243 miles (+7,645)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,243 miles
    Test number
    685170147591
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a slight blow

  7. Pass149,598 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    149,598 miles
    Test number
    502773102456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail149,592 miles (+7,413)3 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,592 miles
    Test number
    923711587209
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousWindscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass142,179 miles (+24)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    142,179 miles
    Test number
    633624809788
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  10. Fail142,155 miles (+22,829)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,155 miles
    Test number
    140479327542
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  11. Pass119,326 miles (+25,631)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    119,326 miles
    Test number
    226656225943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass93,695 miles (+7,399)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    93,695 miles
    Test number
    660336035732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass86,296 miles (+11,865)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,296 miles
    Test number
    890075445804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,431 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,431 miles
    Test number
    128594755488
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass74,431 miles (+6,880)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    74,431 miles
    Test number
    576374555045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,551 miles (+4,483)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    67,551 miles
    Test number
    168119544087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,068 miles (+4,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    63,068 miles
    Test number
    326005023081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass58,479 miles (+8,348)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    58,479 miles
    Test number
    685106722001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,131 miles (+8,440)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    50,131 miles
    Test number
    496828331002
    • 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)

  20. Pass41,691 miles (+6,070)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,691 miles
    Test number
    190750240059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    35,621 miles
    Test number
    132566159053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,621 miles (+1,381)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,621 miles
    Test number
    583965659046
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass34,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,240 miles
    Test number
    493247078194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 KCF

Does LM05 KCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 KCF expired on 3 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 KCF?
The MOT on LM05 KCF expired on 3 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 KCF done?
LM05 KCF was recorded at 182,118 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2023, an average of 9,765 miles a year.
Has LM05 KCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 KCF has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LM05 KCF 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 KCF find?
LM05 KCF failed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 7 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 10 more.

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