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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LR05 ENFMOT history

LR05 ENF is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 191,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2023.

LR05 ENF black 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 6 Dec 2024
Mileage
191,824 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,493 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 ENF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 ENF was last recorded at 191,824 miles on 7 Dec 2023, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,815 miles · 17 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
9,493 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 191,824 miles
  • 2022 – 191,471 miles
  • 2021 – 185,128 miles
  • 2019 – 175,130 miles
  • 2018 – 168,016 miles
  • 2017 – 158,428 miles
  • 2016 – 147,449 miles
  • 2015 – 137,919 miles
  • 2014 – 128,296 miles
  • 2013 – 114,435 miles
  • 2012 – 101,523 miles
  • 2011 – 86,318 miles
  • 2010 – 72,338 miles
  • 2009 – 58,669 miles
  • 2008 – 43,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,824 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,824 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    191,824 miles
    Test number
    749639691046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass191,815 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    191,815 miles
    Test number
    979421633970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail191,798 miles (+327)1 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,798 miles
    Test number
    935248487703
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass191,471 miles (+6,343)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    191,471 miles
    Test number
    646483484814
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Bottom ball joint has slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass185,128 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    185,128 miles
    Test number
    656361409017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail185,128 miles (+9,998)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,128 miles
    Test number
    844918131162
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass175,130 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    175,130 miles
    Test number
    359794682832
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail175,129 miles (+7,113)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,129 miles
    Test number
    333246441343
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass168,016 miles (+93)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    168,016 miles
    Test number
    238854260264
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail167,923 miles (+9,495)2 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,923 miles
    Test number
    846915916140
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass158,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    158,428 miles
    Test number
    147630742062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail158,428 miles (+10,979)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,428 miles
    Test number
    978419298403
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass147,449 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    147,449 miles
    Test number
    553385816358
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside front drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAuto head aim device broken at offside front
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has some sidewall damage

  14. Fail147,449 miles (+9,530)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,449 miles
    Test number
    370538216700
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nearside front drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working nearside front (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure nearside front (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure offside front (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside front drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAuto head aim device broken at offside front
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread on the 1.6mm limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has some sidewall damage

  15. Pass137,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    137,919 miles
    Test number
    708474635051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail137,919 miles (+9,623)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,919 miles
    Test number
    696263435031
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBattery warning light staying on
    • NoteBroken front no plate

  17. Pass128,296 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    128,296 miles
    Test number
    168395044468
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail128,296 miles (+13,861)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,296 miles
    Test number
    618455344040
    • FailureNearside Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass114,435 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    114,435 miles
    Test number
    539481723017
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  20. Fail114,435 miles (+12,912)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,435 miles
    Test number
    125888213491
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  21. Pass101,523 miles (+15,205)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    101,523 miles
    Test number
    278782532088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass86,318 miles (+13,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    86,318 miles
    Test number
    709180021080
    • 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)

  23. Pass72,338 miles (+13,669)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    72,338 miles
    Test number
    290902920021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,669 miles (+14,959)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    58,669 miles
    Test number
    183615859473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,710 miles
    Test number
    752221828117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 ENF

Does LR05 ENF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 ENF expired on 6 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 ENF?
The MOT on LR05 ENF expired on 6 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 ENF done?
LR05 ENF was recorded at 191,824 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2023, an average of 9,493 miles a year.
Has LR05 ENF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 ENF has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LR05 ENF 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 LR05 ENF find?
LR05 ENF passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2023 with 1 advisory: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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