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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LR05 XTAMOT history

LR05 XTA is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 134,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2024.

LR05 XTA grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2025
Mileage
134,970 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 XTA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2025
Latest MOT test
16 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 XTA was last recorded at 134,970 miles on 16 May 2024, 7,438 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,532 miles · 6 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
7,438 miles
Average per year
5,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 134,970 miles
  • 2023 – 127,532 miles
  • 2021 – 123,093 miles
  • 2020 – 117,313 miles
  • 2019 – 109,691 miles
  • 2018 – 101,955 miles
  • 2017 – 92,870 miles
  • 2016 – 81,912 miles
  • 2014 – 79,643 miles
  • 2013 – 72,217 miles
  • 2012 – 63,935 miles
  • 2011 – 58,238 miles
  • 2010 – 49,036 miles
  • 2009 – 40,510 miles
  • 2008 – 40,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,970 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,970 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    134,970 miles
    Test number
    749700789021
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail134,970 miles (+7,438)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,970 miles
    Test number
    803976266496
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass127,532 miles (+4,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    127,532 miles
    Test number
    521235499477
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass123,093 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    123,093 miles
    Test number
    389286227627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail123,091 miles (+5,778)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,091 miles
    Test number
    988433331327
    • DangerousFront Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass117,313 miles (+7,622)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    117,313 miles
    Test number
    297748781869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,691 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    109,691 miles
    Test number
    615567880062
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail109,691 miles (+7,736)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,691 miles
    Test number
    874516388329
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass101,955 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,955 miles
    Test number
    293348409789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,945 miles (+9,075)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,945 miles
    Test number
    490664898936
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass92,870 miles (+10,958)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    92,870 miles
    Test number
    979106182333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,912 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    81,912 miles
    Test number
    192625292378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,643 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    79,643 miles
    Test number
    759594664359
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  14. Fail79,643 miles (+7,426)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,643 miles
    Test number
    799874664385
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  15. Pass72,217 miles (+2,883)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    72,217 miles
    Test number
    145071263328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,334 miles (+5,399)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    69,334 miles
    Test number
    519311213073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,935 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    63,935 miles
    Test number
    139803412036
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail63,935 miles (+5,697)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,935 miles
    Test number
    105553712449
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • 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)
  19. Pass58,238 miles (+9,202)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    58,238 miles
    Test number
    118057611433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,036 miles (+8,526)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,036 miles
    Test number
    833446820022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,510 miles (+185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    40,510 miles
    Test number
    502530049060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass40,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    40,325 miles
    Test number
    361674468108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR05 XTA

Does LR05 XTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 XTA expired on 15 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 XTA?
The MOT on LR05 XTA expired on 15 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 XTA done?
LR05 XTA was recorded at 134,970 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2024, an average of 5,943 miles a year.
Has LR05 XTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 XTA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 XTA 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 XTA find?
LR05 XTA passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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