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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LS05 CGKMOT history

LS05 CGK is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 169,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

LS05 CGK grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
169,245 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 CGK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 CGK was last recorded at 169,245 miles on 1 May 2026, 4,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,218 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,027 miles
Average per year
7,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,245 miles
  • 2025 – 165,218 miles
  • 2024 – 162,221 miles
  • 2023 – 156,839 miles
  • 2022 – 146,276 miles
  • 2021 – 136,457 miles
  • 2020 – 133,464 miles
  • 2019 – 127,005 miles
  • 2018 – 118,081 miles
  • 2017 – 114,032 miles
  • 2016 – 99,308 miles
  • 2015 – 84,473 miles
  • 2014 – 81,837 miles
  • 2013 – 71,283 miles
  • 2012 – 63,361 miles
  • 2011 – 57,706 miles
  • 2010 – 50,361 miles
  • 2009 – 39,939 miles
  • 2008 – 30,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,245 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,245 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    169,245 miles
    Test number
    705002412977
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail169,241 miles (+4,023)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,241 miles
    Test number
    301766230947
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt chalk (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass165,218 miles (+2,997)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    165,218 miles
    Test number
    769946604599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass162,221 miles (+5,382)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    162,221 miles
    Test number
    497916975272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass156,839 miles (+10,563)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    156,839 miles
    Test number
    380364682796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass146,276 miles (+9,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    146,276 miles
    Test number
    702371530154
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass136,457 miles (+2,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    136,457 miles
    Test number
    704754777073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass133,464 miles (+6,459)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    133,464 miles
    Test number
    207330203701
    • AdvisoryFront front windscreen has a slight cracked not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  9. Pass127,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    127,005 miles
    Test number
    747402918873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail127,005 miles (+8,924)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,005 miles
    Test number
    661646291201
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass118,081 miles (+4,049)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    118,081 miles
    Test number
    988941947117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,032 miles (+14,724)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    114,032 miles
    Test number
    591247471945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass99,308 miles (+14,835)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    99,308 miles
    Test number
    890432380357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,473 miles (+2,636)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    84,473 miles
    Test number
    396966715202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,837 miles (+10,554)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    81,837 miles
    Test number
    979854534255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,283 miles (+7,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    71,283 miles
    Test number
    369203413407
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  17. Pass63,361 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    63,361 miles
    Test number
    526683422222
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail63,361 miles (+5,655)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,361 miles
    Test number
    298030122210
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass57,706 miles (+7,345)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    57,706 miles
    Test number
    508402251197
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
  20. Pass50,361 miles (+10,422)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    50,361 miles
    Test number
    694203550110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,939 miles (+9,698)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,939 miles
    Test number
    594013139191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    30,241 miles
    Test number
    193890258104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,241 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,241 miles
    Test number
    794930258119
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Questions about LS05 CGK

Does LS05 CGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 CGK is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 CGK?
The MOT on LS05 CGK is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 CGK done?
LS05 CGK was recorded at 169,245 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 7,756 miles a year.
Has LS05 CGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 CGK has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS05 CGK 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 LS05 CGK find?
LS05 CGK passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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