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BMW 1 Series

Brown · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR05 SWOMOT history

LR05 SWO is a brown petrol BMW 1 Series first used on 15 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 124,641 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2024.

LR05 SWO brown BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Jun 2025
Mileage
124,641 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2024
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 SWO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
25 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 SWO was last recorded at 124,641 miles on 25 May 2024, 8,493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,148 miles · 8 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
8,493 miles
Average per year
6,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 124,641 miles
  • 2023 – 116,148 miles
  • 2022 – 105,299 miles
  • 2021 – 98,371 miles
  • 2020 – 90,246 miles
  • 2019 – 88,124 miles
  • 2018 – 80,495 miles
  • 2017 – 72,999 miles
  • 2016 – 65,183 miles
  • 2015 – 57,790 miles
  • 2014 – 50,027 miles
  • 2013 – 43,119 miles
  • 2012 – 37,846 miles
  • 2011 – 32,380 miles
  • 2010 – 27,337 miles
  • 2009 – 22,734 miles
  • 2008 – 17,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,641 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Undertray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,641 miles (+8,493)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    124,641 miles
    Test number
    527229316904
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass116,148 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    116,148 miles
    Test number
    818136329342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  3. Fail116,140 miles (+10,841)1 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,140 miles
    Test number
    937785066348
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  4. Pass105,299 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    105,299 miles
    Test number
    449020852057
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray fitted preventing clear view off some items
  5. Fail105,299 miles (+6,928)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,299 miles
    Test number
    188608934533
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both side (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray fitted preventing clear view off some items
  6. Pass98,371 miles (+8,125)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    98,371 miles
    Test number
    621419931022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,246 miles (+2,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,246 miles
    Test number
    428786901630
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass88,124 miles (+7,629)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    88,124 miles
    Test number
    805096400514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,495 miles
    Test number
    159759385626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,495 miles (+7,496)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,495 miles
    Test number
    102695099906
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass72,999 miles (+7,816)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,999 miles
    Test number
    503528886722
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted underneath.
  12. Pass65,183 miles (+7,393)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,183 miles
    Test number
    455671741176
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted underneath.
  13. Pass57,790 miles (+7,763)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    57,790 miles
    Test number
    799906015277
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass50,027 miles (+6,908)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,027 miles
    Test number
    525743714242
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass43,119 miles (+5,273)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    43,119 miles
    Test number
    936266703257
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  16. Pass37,846 miles (+5,466)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,846 miles
    Test number
    106659502226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,380 miles (+5,043)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,380 miles
    Test number
    848209291166
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing outer edge
  18. Pass27,337 miles (+4,603)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,337 miles
    Test number
    174630410130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,734 miles (+5,034)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    22,734 miles
    Test number
    833209689019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,700 miles
    Test number
    520171008192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 SWO

Does LR05 SWO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 SWO expired on 8 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 SWO?
The MOT on LR05 SWO expired on 8 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 SWO done?
LR05 SWO was recorded at 124,641 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2024, an average of 6,633 miles a year.
Has LR05 SWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 SWO has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LR05 SWO 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 SWO find?
LR05 SWO passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2024 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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