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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR05 SXMMOT history

LR05 SXM is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2024 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 228,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2023.

LR05 SXM black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Feb 2024
Mileage
228,750 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2023
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
9,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 SXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 SXM was last recorded at 228,750 miles on 15 Feb 2023, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,726 miles · 6 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
9,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 228,750 miles
  • 2022 – 223,658 miles
  • 2021 – 212,180 miles
  • 2020 – 211,977 miles
  • 2019 – 204,377 miles
  • 2018 – 196,177 miles
  • 2017 – 189,620 miles
  • 2016 – 180,576 miles
  • 2015 – 166,736 miles
  • 2014 – 156,528 miles
  • 2013 – 147,262 miles
  • 2012 – 138,356 miles
  • 2011 – 127,186 miles
  • 2010 – 111,800 miles
  • 2009 – 96,605 miles
  • 2008 – 87,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,750 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,750 miles (+24)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    228,750 miles
    Test number
    554068312990
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  2. Fail228,726 miles (+37)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,726 miles
    Test number
    722150666054
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan in front of rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier boot floor/battery tray (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan in front of rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  3. Fail228,689 miles (+5,031)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,689 miles
    Test number
    428844589909
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch shape edges. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch sharpe edges. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

  4. Pass223,658 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    223,658 miles
    Test number
    523889404494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail223,657 miles (+11,477)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,657 miles
    Test number
    228368506547
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass212,180 miles (+203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    212,180 miles
    Test number
    339345455481
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail211,977 miles (+7,600)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,977 miles
    Test number
    754586654765
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass204,377 miles (+8,200)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    204,377 miles
    Test number
    268445644298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass196,177 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    196,177 miles
    Test number
    166596325733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail196,107 miles (+161)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,107 miles
    Test number
    943684996749
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Strut to hub bolt modified but not insecure.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail195,946 miles (+6,326)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,946 miles
    Test number
    694806449228
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Strut lower bolt incorrect bolt fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))

  12. Pass189,620 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    189,620 miles
    Test number
    544884413838
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail189,618 miles (+9,042)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,618 miles
    Test number
    839797734016
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass180,576 miles (+210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    180,576 miles
    Test number
    779949189777
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail180,366 miles (+13,630)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,366 miles
    Test number
    396576205342
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Over fuel tank. (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass166,736 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    166,736 miles
    Test number
    827376405774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail166,736 miles (+10,208)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,736 miles
    Test number
    115206754117
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass156,528 miles (+213)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    156,528 miles
    Test number
    459161594279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail156,315 miles (+9,053)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,315 miles
    Test number
    745093484264
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass147,262 miles (+68)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    147,262 miles
    Test number
    947390283247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail147,194 miles (+8,838)1 dangerous5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,194 miles
    Test number
    168817273285
    • DangerousFront Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass138,356 miles (+9)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    138,356 miles
    Test number
    947833392259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake performance is weak compared with the offside rear

  23. Fail138,347 miles (+11,161)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,347 miles
    Test number
    366061592477
    • FailureNearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake performance is weak compared with the offside rear

  24. Pass127,186 miles (+95)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    127,186 miles
    Test number
    695077281276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail127,091 miles (+15,291)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,091 miles
    Test number
    956680381213
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass111,800 miles (+15,195)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    111,800 miles
    Test number
    393861960146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads scrubbed and low on edges

  27. Pass96,605 miles (+8,717)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    96,605 miles
    Test number
    422740019151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass87,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    87,888 miles
    Test number
    573009398020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 SXM

Does LR05 SXM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 SXM expired on 14 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 SXM?
The MOT on LR05 SXM expired on 14 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 SXM done?
LR05 SXM was recorded at 228,750 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2023, an average of 9,482 miles a year.
Has LR05 SXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 SXM has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LR05 SXM 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 SXM find?
LR05 SXM passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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