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BMW X3

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,494 cc

LR05 STXMOT history

LR05 STX is a blue petrol BMW X3 first used on 27 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 155,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2025.

LR05 STX blue BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2026
Mileage
155,459 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 STX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 STX was last recorded at 155,459 miles on 19 Aug 2025, 17,477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,982 miles · 30 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
17,477 miles
Average per year
7,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,459 miles
  • 2024 – 137,982 miles
  • 2023 – 125,665 miles
  • 2022 – 121,698 miles
  • 2021 – 120,532 miles
  • 2020 – 118,241 miles
  • 2019 – 116,656 miles
  • 2018 – 114,161 miles
  • 2017 – 105,235 miles
  • 2016 – 98,568 miles
  • 2015 – 89,627 miles
  • 2014 – 80,618 miles
  • 2013 – 69,239 miles
  • 2010 – 64,855 miles
  • 2009 – 49,443 miles
  • 2008 – 29,354 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,459 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber upper cover missing..

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,459 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    155,459 miles
    Test number
    993400251429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail155,459 miles (+17,477)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,459 miles
    Test number
    513821251228
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,982 miles (+12,317)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    137,982 miles
    Test number
    812239735660
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass125,665 miles (+3,967)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    125,665 miles
    Test number
    299388260180
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body not fully secure or Damaged (6.2.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,698 miles (+1,166)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    121,698 miles
    Test number
    942124653231
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass120,532 miles (+2,291)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    120,532 miles
    Test number
    228193386181
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass118,241 miles (+1,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    118,241 miles
    Test number
    883909188480
    • Advisory1/ unable to check outer sills fully due to sill covers

  8. Pass116,656 miles (+2,495)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    116,656 miles
    Test number
    917659244595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,161 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    114,161 miles
    Test number
    928024681244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber upper cover missing..
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail114,161 miles (+8,926)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,161 miles
    Test number
    812517566423
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber upper cover missing..
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass105,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    105,235 miles
    Test number
    995110900798
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail105,235 miles (+6,667)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,235 miles
    Test number
    312911823361
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass98,568 miles (+8,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    98,568 miles
    Test number
    148891578805
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades worn

  14. Pass89,627 miles (+9,009)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    89,627 miles
    Test number
    495528445017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,618 miles (+11,379)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    80,618 miles
    Test number
    137604664427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,239 miles (+4,384)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    69,239 miles
    Test number
    299343163004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,855 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    64,855 miles
    Test number
    382852290218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre bold on inside edge

  18. Fail64,855 miles (+15,412)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,855 miles
    Test number
    893032890275
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre bold on inside edge

  19. Pass49,443 miles (+20,089)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    49,443 miles
    Test number
    134980789232
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSmall cut in n/s/r tyre outer wall

  20. Pass29,354 miles (+4,124)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    29,354 miles
    Test number
    982690748230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,230 miles
    Test number
    592868628073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 STX

Does LR05 STX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 STX expired on 21 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 STX?
The MOT on LR05 STX expired on 21 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 STX done?
LR05 STX was recorded at 155,459 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2025, an average of 7,417 miles a year.
Has LR05 STX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 STX has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 STX 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 STX find?
LR05 STX passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive; rear oil leak, but not excessive differential.

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