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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR05 SVTMOT history

LR05 SVT is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 23 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 129,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
129,985 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 SVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 SVT was last recorded at 129,985 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 9,543 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Feb 2024: 108,000 miles, lower than 198,649 miles on 15 Feb 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
120,442 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,543 miles
Average per year
6,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,985 miles
  • 2025 – 120,442 miles
  • 2024 – 108,000 miles
  • 2023 – 198,649 miles
  • 2022 – 92,646 miles
  • 2021 – 86,166 miles
  • 2020 – 80,828 miles
  • 2019 – 74,621 miles
  • 2018 – 70,870 miles
  • 2017 – 65,813 miles
  • 2016 – 58,927 miles
  • 2015 – 54,511 miles
  • 2013 – 47,296 miles
  • 2012 – 42,635 miles
  • 2011 – 40,690 miles
  • 2010 – 36,603 miles
  • 2009 – 31,305 miles
  • 2008 – 20,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,985 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear tyre worn, wearing severely on inner edge of tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,985 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    129,985 miles
    Test number
    700938712324
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail129,985 miles (+9,543)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,985 miles
    Test number
    303775047426
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass120,442 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    120,442 miles
    Test number
    325507466916
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail120,442 miles (+12,442)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,442 miles
    Test number
    685457110500
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,000 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    108,000 miles
    Test number
    847235009802
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail108,000 miles (-90,649)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,000 miles
    Test number
    283906716361
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass198,649 miles (+106,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    198,649 miles
    Test number
    419478083192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass92,646 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,646 miles
    Test number
    631454670970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail92,637 miles (+6,471)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,637 miles
    Test number
    257697855044
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass86,166 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    86,166 miles
    Test number
    311170964882
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn, wearing severely on inner edge of tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail86,166 miles (+5,338)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,166 miles
    Test number
    305016972681
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn, wearing severely on inner edge of tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass80,828 miles (+55)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    80,828 miles
    Test number
    571664526167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded/repaired.

  13. Fail80,773 miles (+6,152)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,773 miles
    Test number
    321909520720
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass74,621 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    74,621 miles
    Test number
    661710651005
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Fail74,621 miles (+3,751)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,621 miles
    Test number
    746905123788
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure at rear.
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Pass70,870 miles (+5,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,870 miles
    Test number
    731777103932
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass65,813 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    65,813 miles
    Test number
    581412845482
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased at rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  18. Fail65,811 miles (+6,884)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,811 miles
    Test number
    396908195354
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased at rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  19. Pass58,927 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    58,927 miles
    Test number
    169176425519
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear exhaust hanger broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished

  20. Fail58,927 miles (+4,416)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,927 miles
    Test number
    877813968164
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear exhaust hanger broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished

  21. Pass54,511 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    54,511 miles
    Test number
    125682265045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Fail54,414 miles (+7,118)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,414 miles
    Test number
    847592945038
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  23. Pass47,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    47,296 miles
    Test number
    409300653464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail47,296 miles (+4,661)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,296 miles
    Test number
    456470453389
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass42,635 miles (+1,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    42,635 miles
    Test number
    467390252400
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass40,690 miles (+4,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    40,690 miles
    Test number
    419793651421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Pass36,603 miles (+5,298)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    36,603 miles
    Test number
    722210630322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,305 miles (+4,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    31,305 miles
    Test number
    880851159333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass27,114 miles (+6,588)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    27,114 miles
    Test number
    500959799023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass20,526 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,526 miles
    Test number
    750933818129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

Questions about LR05 SVT

Does LR05 SVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 SVT is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 SVT?
The MOT on LR05 SVT is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 SVT done?
LR05 SVT was recorded at 129,985 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 6,099 miles a year.
Has LR05 SVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 SVT has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 SVT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Feb 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR05 SVT find?
LR05 SVT passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; non obligatory mirror damaged; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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