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BMW 116

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LR05 EPAMOT history

LR05 EPA is a black petrol BMW 116 first used on 15 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 116,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
116,383 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,501 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 EPA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 EPA was last recorded at 116,383 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 7,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,022 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,361 miles
Average per year
5,501 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,383 miles
  • 2025 – 109,022 miles
  • 2024 – 101,845 miles
  • 2023 – 92,701 miles
  • 2022 – 83,002 miles
  • 2021 – 78,417 miles
  • 2020 – 77,620 miles
  • 2019 – 72,485 miles
  • 2018 – 68,211 miles
  • 2017 – 63,513 miles
  • 2016 – 56,773 miles
  • 2014 – 48,200 miles
  • 2013 – 44,049 miles
  • 2012 – 38,557 miles
  • 2011 – 33,106 miles
  • 2010 – 29,252 miles
  • 2009 – 25,376 miles
  • 2008 – 17,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,383 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,383 miles (+7,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    116,383 miles
    Test number
    967867229400
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass109,022 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    109,022 miles
    Test number
    575319045076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail109,021 miles (+7,176)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,021 miles
    Test number
    244447636396
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass101,845 miles (+9,144)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    101,845 miles
    Test number
    632203896113
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass92,701 miles (+9,699)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    92,701 miles
    Test number
    505102983841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,002 miles (+4,585)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,002 miles
    Test number
    631834091045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,417 miles (+797)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    78,417 miles
    Test number
    320851368945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,620 miles (+5,135)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,620 miles
    Test number
    632223983343
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass72,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    72,485 miles
    Test number
    206438878101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,485 miles (+4,274)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,485 miles
    Test number
    128659750270
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass68,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,211 miles
    Test number
    744347477539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,211 miles (+4,698)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,211 miles
    Test number
    688571438372
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass63,513 miles (+6,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    63,513 miles
    Test number
    674209847465
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass56,773 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,773 miles
    Test number
    103246743440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,686 miles (+8,486)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,686 miles
    Test number
    430170332771
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  16. Pass48,200 miles (+4,151)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    48,200 miles
    Test number
    517878714378
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass44,049 miles (+5,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    44,049 miles
    Test number
    155936633342
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass38,557 miles (+5,451)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    38,557 miles
    Test number
    536562332337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,106 miles (+3,854)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    33,106 miles
    Test number
    748165311334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,252 miles (+3,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    29,252 miles
    Test number
    420597820458
    • 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)

  21. Pass25,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    25,376 miles
    Test number
    612315739388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail25,376 miles (+8,058)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,376 miles
    Test number
    481275239445
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass17,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    17,318 miles
    Test number
    420209078051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 EPA

Does LR05 EPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 EPA is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 EPA?
The MOT on LR05 EPA is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 EPA done?
LR05 EPA was recorded at 116,383 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 5,501 miles a year.
Has LR05 EPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 EPA has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 EPA 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 EPA find?
LR05 EPA passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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