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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,171 cc

LM05 RFEMOT history

LM05 RFE is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 154,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

LM05 RFE grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2026
Mileage
154,947 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,585 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 RFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM05 RFE was last recorded at 154,947 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 1,773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,174 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,773 miles
Average per year
6,585 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,947 miles
  • 2025 – 153,174 miles
  • 2023 – 152,681 miles
  • 2022 – 149,272 miles
  • 2021 – 146,381 miles
  • 2020 – 143,276 miles
  • 2019 – 140,296 miles
  • 2018 – 139,127 miles
  • 2017 – 122,024 miles
  • 2016 – 114,289 miles
  • 2015 – 106,551 miles
  • 2014 – 103,377 miles
  • 2013 – 90,895 miles
  • 2011 – 82,130 miles
  • 2010 – 62,223 miles
  • 2009 – 49,159 miles
  • 2008 – 32,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail154,947 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Both (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Both (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail154,947 miles (+1,773)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,947 miles
    Test number
    640821469213
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Both (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Both (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass153,174 miles (+493)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    153,174 miles
    Test number
    899522167580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass152,681 miles (+3,409)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    152,681 miles
    Test number
    405198457805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass149,272 miles (+2,891)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    149,272 miles
    Test number
    218749565609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass146,381 miles (+3,105)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    146,381 miles
    Test number
    353175292591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass143,276 miles (+2,980)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,276 miles
    Test number
    755296161174
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass140,296 miles (+1,169)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,296 miles
    Test number
    986510038510
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass139,127 miles (+127)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    139,127 miles
    Test number
    221060692088
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  9. Fail139,000 miles (+16,976)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,000 miles
    Test number
    388182749958
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  10. Pass122,024 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    122,024 miles
    Test number
    187053150659
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s/r,n/s/r & rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f,o/s/r & n/s/r tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Fail122,024 miles (+7,735)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,024 miles
    Test number
    888901097974
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s/r,n/s/r & rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f,o/s/r & n/s/r tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass114,289 miles (+7,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    114,289 miles
    Test number
    819148721607
    • 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)

  13. Pass106,551 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    106,551 miles
    Test number
    426602295194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail106,546 miles (+3,169)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,546 miles
    Test number
    255367785480
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass103,377 miles (+12,482)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    103,377 miles
    Test number
    276004374425
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass90,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    90,895 miles
    Test number
    207212313188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,891 miles (+8,761)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,891 miles
    Test number
    397072213189
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass82,130 miles (+4,419)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    82,130 miles
    Test number
    357536421396
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail77,711 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,711 miles
    Test number
    979750161090
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

  20. Pass77,711 miles (+15,488)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    77,711 miles
    Test number
    986570261002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,223 miles (+13,064)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    62,223 miles
    Test number
    423919130066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,159 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    49,159 miles
    Test number
    214400849022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,156 miles (+17,000)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,156 miles
    Test number
    353114039030
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass32,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    32,156 miles
    Test number
    690564528047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 RFE

Does LM05 RFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 RFE expired on 10 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 RFE?
The MOT on LM05 RFE expired on 10 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 RFE done?
LM05 RFE was recorded at 154,947 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 6,585 miles a year.
Has LM05 RFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 RFE has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LM05 RFE 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 RFE find?
LM05 RFE failed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; front brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator both; front headlamp incorrect colour, and 7 more.

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