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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,171 cc

LR05 OVUMOT history

LR05 OVU is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 85,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2022.

LR05 OVU grey 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 1 Nov 2023
Mileage
85,719 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 OVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 OVU was last recorded at 85,719 miles on 2 Nov 2022, 1,071 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,648 miles · 16 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,071 miles
Average per year
3,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,719 miles
  • 2021 – 84,648 miles
  • 2020 – 84,638 miles
  • 2019 – 83,648 miles
  • 2018 – 82,273 miles
  • 2017 – 80,405 miles
  • 2016 – 76,506 miles
  • 2015 – 71,879 miles
  • 2014 – 65,357 miles
  • 2013 – 60,219 miles
  • 2012 – 56,387 miles
  • 2011 – 50,888 miles
  • 2010 – 44,518 miles
  • 2009 – 35,187 miles
  • 2008 – 35,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,719 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track rod end (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track rod end (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Bumper insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,719 miles (+1,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    85,719 miles
    Test number
    361111025417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track rod end (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track rod end (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass84,648 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    84,648 miles
    Test number
    266817324054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass84,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,638 miles
    Test number
    750700417652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail84,638 miles (+990)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,638 miles
    Test number
    846378614502
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  5. Pass83,648 miles (+1,375)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    83,648 miles
    Test number
    396175731013
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,273 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,273 miles
    Test number
    671240481065
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  7. Fail82,269 miles (+1,864)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,269 miles
    Test number
    778289225868
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Pass80,405 miles (+3,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,405 miles
    Test number
    835165496979
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass76,506 miles (+4,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    76,506 miles
    Test number
    247607345156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass71,879 miles (+315)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,879 miles
    Test number
    175182975403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,564 miles (+6,207)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,564 miles
    Test number
    197955065434
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass65,357 miles (+5,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,357 miles
    Test number
    415526664052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass60,219 miles (+319)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,219 miles
    Test number
    167384973011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,900 miles (+3,513)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,900 miles
    Test number
    167937663457
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass56,387 miles (+5,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    56,387 miles
    Test number
    149380742080
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass50,888 miles (+6,370)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    50,888 miles
    Test number
    369395241053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,518 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    44,518 miles
    Test number
    223713720032
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    781150429012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,187 miles (+81)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,187 miles
    Test number
    323750629043
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass35,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,106 miles
    Test number
    350899878142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 OVU

Does LR05 OVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 OVU expired on 1 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 OVU?
The MOT on LR05 OVU expired on 1 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 OVU done?
LR05 OVU was recorded at 85,719 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2022, an average of 3,527 miles a year.
Has LR05 OVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 OVU has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on LR05 OVU 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 OVU find?
LR05 OVU passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track rod end; offside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track rod end.

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