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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LM05 RGXMOT history

LM05 RGX is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 29 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 166,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2024.

LM05 RGX blue BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2025
Mileage
166,550 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,653 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 RGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 RGX was last recorded at 166,550 miles on 5 Mar 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,549 miles · 1 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,653 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 166,550 miles
  • 2022 – 149,038 miles
  • 2021 – 140,362 miles
  • 2020 – 130,977 miles
  • 2018 – 122,658 miles
  • 2017 – 114,863 miles
  • 2016 – 99,238 miles
  • 2015 – 92,602 miles
  • 2014 – 80,397 miles
  • 2013 – 69,811 miles
  • 2012 – 59,303 miles
  • 2011 – 55,960 miles
  • 2010 – 46,431 miles
  • 2009 – 36,962 miles
  • 2008 – 30,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,550 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker dust jacket insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnder trays and side skirts fitted obscuring areas of the underside of the vehicle and some testable itemsRecorded at 2 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.

  • Chips in windscreen

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear brake pads and discs

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,550 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    166,550 miles
    Test number
    721552439189
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker dust jacket insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and side skirts fitted obscuring areas of the underside of the vehicle and some testable items

  2. Fail166,549 miles (+17,511)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,549 miles
    Test number
    410957297231
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker dust jacket insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and side skirts fitted obscuring areas of the underside of the vehicle and some testable items

  3. Pass149,038 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    149,038 miles
    Test number
    406105672432
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail149,037 miles (+8,675)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,037 miles
    Test number
    929628260123
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,362 miles (+9,385)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    140,362 miles
    Test number
    543984382183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass130,977 miles (+8,319)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    130,977 miles
    Test number
    641502073615
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass122,658 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    122,658 miles
    Test number
    300167163212
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f and o/s/f [ advise replacement ] (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil low / oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads and discs

  8. Fail122,655 miles (+7,792)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,655 miles
    Test number
    271703589194
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s/r and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake excessively fluctuating front and rear (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f and o/s/f [ advise replacement ] (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil low / oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads and discs

  9. Pass114,863 miles (+15,625)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    114,863 miles
    Test number
    972523565497
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/r and o/s/r (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil low
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads and discs

  10. Pass99,238 miles (+6,636)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,238 miles
    Test number
    624994470313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,602 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,602 miles
    Test number
    132646829647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexible brake hoses slightly perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs slight corrosion inner surfaces
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted some items not seen
    • AdvisoryOil leak lower part of engine

  12. Fail92,602 miles (+12,205)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,602 miles
    Test number
    207468478446
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexible brake hoses slightly perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs slight corrosion inner surfaces
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wearing very thin (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted some items not seen
    • AdvisoryOil leak lower part of engine

  13. Pass80,397 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,397 miles
    Test number
    166123604210
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail80,397 miles (+10,586)2 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,397 miles
    Test number
    327783104438
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside wiper blade smearing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass69,811 miles (+10,508)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,811 miles
    Test number
    495235963183
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass59,303 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,303 miles
    Test number
    958652232181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,270 miles (+3,310)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    59,270 miles
    Test number
    838733882006
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLow pad warning wire broken & low pad warning light on

  18. Pass55,960 miles (+9,529)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    55,960 miles
    Test number
    139202181074
    • NoteFront tyres bold on both edges
    • NoteN/s/r tyre bold on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre getting low on inner edge

  19. Pass46,431 miles (+9,469)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,431 miles
    Test number
    923425680010
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass36,962 miles (+6,426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,962 miles
    Test number
    181445279001
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass30,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    30,536 miles
    Test number
    740608868113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 RGX

Does LM05 RGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 RGX expired on 4 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 RGX?
The MOT on LM05 RGX expired on 4 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 RGX done?
LM05 RGX was recorded at 166,550 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2024, an average of 8,653 miles a year.
Has LM05 RGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 RGX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LM05 RGX 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 RGX find?
LM05 RGX passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear shocker dust jacket insecure, and 3 more.

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