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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LR05 SSVMOT history

LR05 SSV is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 94,195 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Dec 2025.

LR05 SSV black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Dec 2026
Mileage
94,195 mi
At MOT on 27 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 SSV
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
11 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 SSV was last recorded at 94,195 miles on 27 Dec 2025, 4,803 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,392 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,803 miles
Average per year
4,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,195 miles
  • 2024 – 89,392 miles
  • 2023 – 89,369 miles
  • 2021 – 88,892 miles
  • 2020 – 88,057 miles
  • 2019 – 82,599 miles
  • 2017 – 71,704 miles
  • 2016 – 61,870 miles
  • 2015 – 60,811 miles
  • 2014 – 54,615 miles
  • 2012 – 48,631 miles
  • 2011 – 42,940 miles
  • 2010 – 36,578 miles
  • 2009 – 25,395 miles
  • 2008 – 18,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,195 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass94,195 miles (+4,803)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    94,195 miles
    Test number
    281179822693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,392 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    89,392 miles
    Test number
    334060574093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail89,392 miles (+23)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,392 miles
    Test number
    515606119130
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass89,369 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    89,369 miles
    Test number
    177054653082
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  5. Fail89,369 miles (+477)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,369 miles
    Test number
    759424373822
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  6. Pass88,892 miles (+835)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    88,892 miles
    Test number
    824977296260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass88,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    88,057 miles
    Test number
    785448094072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,057 miles (+5,458)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,057 miles
    Test number
    475607094794
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass82,599 miles (+10,895)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,599 miles
    Test number
    330702806719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,704 miles (+9,834)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,704 miles
    Test number
    727465838262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,870 miles (+1,059)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,870 miles
    Test number
    423473085785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,811 miles (+6,196)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,811 miles
    Test number
    286214715112
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass54,615 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    54,615 miles
    Test number
    106100334059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail54,548 miles (+5,917)2 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,548 miles
    Test number
    635163124030
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass48,631 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,631 miles
    Test number
    629485622321
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail48,627 miles (+5,687)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,627 miles
    Test number
    439915322433
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass42,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    42,940 miles
    Test number
    975760731319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail42,940 miles (+6,362)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,940 miles
    Test number
    365420631343
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass36,578 miles (+11,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,578 miles
    Test number
    181494290235
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass25,395 miles (+6,407)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    25,395 miles
    Test number
    302675229136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,988 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    18,988 miles
    Test number
    212354918456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LR05 SSV

Does LR05 SSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 SSV is valid until 26 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR05 SSV?
The MOT on LR05 SSV is valid until 26 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 SSV done?
LR05 SSV was recorded at 94,195 miles at its MOT on 27 Dec 2025, an average of 4,254 miles a year.
Has LR05 SSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 SSV has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 SSV 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 SSV find?
LR05 SSV passed its latest MOT on 27 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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