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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR05 NSUMOT history

LR05 NSU is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 147,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
147,932 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,198 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 NSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 NSU was last recorded at 147,932 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 12,216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,716 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
12,216 miles
Average per year
6,198 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,932 miles
  • 2025 – 135,716 miles
  • 2023 – 125,518 miles
  • 2022 – 116,247 miles
  • 2021 – 111,317 miles
  • 2020 – 107,063 miles
  • 2019 – 104,478 miles
  • 2018 – 102,351 miles
  • 2017 – 99,972 miles
  • 2016 – 96,738 miles
  • 2015 – 93,712 miles
  • 2014 – 89,952 miles
  • 2013 – 83,990 miles
  • 2012 – 76,601 miles
  • 2011 – 69,272 miles
  • 2010 – 57,122 miles
  • 2009 – 43,163 miles
  • 2008 – 37,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,932 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,932 miles (+12,216)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    147,932 miles
    Test number
    740990294330
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass135,716 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    135,716 miles
    Test number
    361029198098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail135,716 miles (+10,198)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,716 miles
    Test number
    986827310822
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass125,518 miles (+2,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    125,518 miles
    Test number
    497033273103
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass123,275 miles (+7,028)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    123,275 miles
    Test number
    408479691914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,247 miles (+4,930)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    116,247 miles
    Test number
    672016837097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass111,317 miles (+4,254)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    111,317 miles
    Test number
    817354006381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass107,063 miles (+2,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,063 miles
    Test number
    643852159241
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass104,478 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    104,478 miles
    Test number
    495801699216
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Fail104,478 miles (+2,127)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,478 miles
    Test number
    676049133579
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass102,351 miles (+2,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    102,351 miles
    Test number
    496750989801
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass99,972 miles (+3,234)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    99,972 miles
    Test number
    726792700455
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Pass96,738 miles (+3,026)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    96,738 miles
    Test number
    691743063397
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass93,712 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    93,712 miles
    Test number
    919310625044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail93,712 miles (+3,760)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,712 miles
    Test number
    466490025066
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Note(both rear discs has slight corrosion

  16. Pass89,952 miles (+5,962)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    89,952 miles
    Test number
    499157004036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass83,990 miles (+7,389)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    83,990 miles
    Test number
    185988723009
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass76,601 miles (+7,329)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    76,601 miles
    Test number
    935760622088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass69,272 miles (+12,150)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    69,272 miles
    Test number
    116014321098
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s rear tyre has a small cut in tread

  20. Pass57,122 miles (+13,959)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,122 miles
    Test number
    430176020010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,163 miles (+5,413)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    43,163 miles
    Test number
    224115919059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,750 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,750 miles
    Test number
    820603028182
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass37,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,750 miles
    Test number
    912433728137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 NSU

Does LR05 NSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 NSU is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 NSU?
The MOT on LR05 NSU is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 NSU done?
LR05 NSU was recorded at 147,932 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 6,198 miles a year.
Has LR05 NSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 NSU has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 NSU 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 NSU find?
LR05 NSU passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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