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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR05 SWYMOT history

LR05 SWY is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 85,184 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

LR05 SWY grey 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 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
85,184 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 SWY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 SWY was last recorded at 85,184 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 4,099 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,085 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,099 miles
Average per year
4,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,184 miles
  • 2025 – 81,085 miles
  • 2023 – 78,294 miles
  • 2022 – 65,090 miles
  • 2021 – 54,823 miles
  • 2020 – 51,417 miles
  • 2019 – 49,735 miles
  • 2018 – 47,854 miles
  • 2017 – 47,808 miles
  • 2016 – 47,708 miles
  • 2014 – 45,221 miles
  • 2013 – 40,417 miles
  • 2012 – 36,408 miles
  • 2011 – 31,139 miles
  • 2010 – 23,500 miles
  • 2009 – 16,977 miles
  • 2008 – 11,467 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,184 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline illegal (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Tpms light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass85,184 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    85,184 miles
    Test number
    845123675014
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline illegal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail85,184 miles (+4,099)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,184 miles
    Test number
    741343782667
    • 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge borderline illegal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass81,085 miles (+2,791)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    81,085 miles
    Test number
    773002989076
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  4. Pass78,294 miles (+51)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    78,294 miles
    Test number
    320808350797
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  5. Fail78,243 miles (+13,153)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,243 miles
    Test number
    132384977455
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  6. Pass65,090 miles (+10,267)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    65,090 miles
    Test number
    942368693903
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass54,823 miles (+3,406)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    54,823 miles
    Test number
    385515126187
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass51,417 miles (+1,682)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    51,417 miles
    Test number
    681445229966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    49,735 miles
    Test number
    891827275793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,733 miles (+1,879)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,733 miles
    Test number
    416015208399
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass47,854 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    47,854 miles
    Test number
    105418699362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,808 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    47,808 miles
    Test number
    585044900793
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass47,708 miles (+2,487)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    47,708 miles
    Test number
    692384372875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,221 miles (+591)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    45,221 miles
    Test number
    485706734428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    44,630 miles
    Test number
    295119244199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,630 miles (+4,213)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,630 miles
    Test number
    415879944140
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass40,417 miles (+4,009)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    40,417 miles
    Test number
    665448743159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,408 miles (+5,269)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    36,408 miles
    Test number
    797573052135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  19. Pass31,139 miles (+7,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,139 miles
    Test number
    179541051179
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass23,500 miles (+6,523)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    23,500 miles
    Test number
    280637600163
    • NoteN/S/F seat belt damaged

  21. Pass16,977 miles (+5,510)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    16,977 miles
    Test number
    564318809172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    11,467 miles
    Test number
    283699618413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 SWY

Does LR05 SWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 SWY is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 SWY?
The MOT on LR05 SWY is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 SWY done?
LR05 SWY was recorded at 85,184 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 4,056 miles a year.
Has LR05 SWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 SWY has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 SWY 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 SWY find?
LR05 SWY passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush; offside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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