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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR05 VMDMOT history

LR05 VMD is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2024 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 150,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2023.

LR05 VMD grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2024
Mileage
150,550 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2023
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LR05 VMD was last recorded at 150,550 miles on 2 May 2023, 2,570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,980 miles · 23 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
2,570 miles
Average per year
4,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 150,550 miles
  • 2021 – 147,980 miles
  • 2020 – 145,800 miles
  • 2019 – 142,887 miles
  • 2018 – 138,925 miles
  • 2017 – 132,400 miles
  • 2015 – 124,972 miles
  • 2014 – 123,201 miles
  • 2013 – 118,601 miles
  • 2012 – 95,156 miles
  • 2010 – 91,895 miles
  • 2009 – 85,410 miles
  • 2008 – 77,763 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,550 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,550 miles (+2,570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    150,550 miles
    Test number
    740937178068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass147,980 miles (+2,180)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    147,980 miles
    Test number
    851167313898
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass145,800 miles (+2,913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    145,800 miles
    Test number
    957475177529
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass142,887 miles (+3,962)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    142,887 miles
    Test number
    636812164577
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,925 miles (+6,525)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    138,925 miles
    Test number
    883098146502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass132,400 miles (+7,428)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    132,400 miles
    Test number
    396365156204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,972 miles (+1,771)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    124,972 miles
    Test number
    123779513877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass123,201 miles (+4,600)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    123,201 miles
    Test number
    815260814371
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Fail118,601 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,601 miles
    Test number
    128191313375
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass118,601 miles (+5,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    118,601 miles
    Test number
    438811513365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass113,503 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    113,503 miles
    Test number
    778183733032
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail113,502 miles (+18,346)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,502 miles
    Test number
    157053433081
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass95,156 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    95,156 miles
    Test number
    125911912074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,146 miles (+3,251)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,146 miles
    Test number
    965379102077
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteTraction control light illuminated

  15. Pass91,895 miles (+6,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    91,895 miles
    Test number
    874814380025
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass85,410 miles (+7,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    85,410 miles
    Test number
    220667209453
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass77,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    77,763 miles
    Test number
    263180418490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 VMD

Does LR05 VMD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 VMD expired on 1 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 VMD?
The MOT on LR05 VMD expired on 1 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 VMD done?
LR05 VMD was recorded at 150,550 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2023, an average of 4,842 miles a year.
Has LR05 VMD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 VMD has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2013.
Has the mileage on LR05 VMD 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 VMD find?
LR05 VMD passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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