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BMW 1 Series

Red · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LP05 BENMOT history

LP05 BEN is a red diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 30 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 151,087 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

LP05 BEN red BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
151,087 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP05 BEN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
30 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP05 BEN was last recorded at 151,087 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 314 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,773 miles · 14 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
314 miles
Average per year
11,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,087 miles
  • 2025 – 139,005 miles
  • 2024 – 121,761 miles
  • 2023 – 111,824 miles
  • 2022 – 97,510 miles
  • 2021 – 88,796 miles
  • 2020 – 73,083 miles
  • 2019 – 58,534 miles
  • 2018 – 49,349 miles
  • 2017 – 42,914 miles
  • 2016 – 33,971 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,087 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation in lens

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both inner and outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • No coolant in expansion bottle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Very slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • TPMS light indicating loss of pressure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,087 miles (+314)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    151,087 miles
    Test number
    839171984176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail150,773 miles (+11,768)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,773 miles
    Test number
    134602243243
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass139,005 miles (+36)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    139,005 miles
    Test number
    782783074071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation in lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNo coolant in expansion bottle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Very slight play
    • AdvisoryTPMS light indicating loss of pressure

  4. Fail138,969 miles (+17,208)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,969 miles
    Test number
    902587574526
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Pad to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to pad down to metal osf (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link top boot damaged (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation in lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNo coolant in expansion bottle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Very slight play
    • AdvisoryTPMS light indicating loss of pressure

  5. Pass121,761 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    121,761 miles
    Test number
    741567065232
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective inside lens has condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread - tire size = 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread - tire size = 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail121,761 miles (+9,937)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,761 miles
    Test number
    864454747078
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective inside lens has condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread - tire size = 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread - tire size = 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass111,824 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    111,824 miles
    Test number
    321878917097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail111,824 miles (+14,314)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,824 miles
    Test number
    858437495256
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi worn

  9. Pass97,510 miles (+8,714)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    97,510 miles
    Test number
    297116719795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass88,796 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    88,796 miles
    Test number
    633703032108
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail88,796 miles (+15,713)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,796 miles
    Test number
    736634337521
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass73,083 miles (+14,549)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,083 miles
    Test number
    671350281427
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) very slight
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass58,534 miles (+9,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    58,534 miles
    Test number
    848125102463
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass49,349 miles (+6,435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    49,349 miles
    Test number
    731916925779
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn outside edge

  15. Pass42,914 miles (+8,943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,914 miles
    Test number
    407975210652
    • AdvisoryFront brakes will need attension soon

  16. Pass33,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    33,971 miles
    Test number
    184324326362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP05 BEN

Does LP05 BEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP05 BEN is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP05 BEN?
The MOT on LP05 BEN is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP05 BEN done?
LP05 BEN was recorded at 151,087 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 11,797 miles a year.
Has LP05 BEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP05 BEN has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LP05 BEN 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 LP05 BEN find?
LP05 BEN passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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