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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS05 LMKMOT history

LS05 LMK is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 9 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 218,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

LS05 LMK blue 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 9 Apr 2026
Mileage
218,005 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 LMK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 LMK was last recorded at 218,005 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 7,156 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,849 miles · 10 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
7,156 miles
Average per year
8,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 218,005 miles
  • 2024 – 210,849 miles
  • 2023 – 206,735 miles
  • 2022 – 200,608 miles
  • 2021 – 194,921 miles
  • 2019 – 179,119 miles
  • 2018 – 172,344 miles
  • 2017 – 139,983 miles
  • 2016 – 130,916 miles
  • 2015 – 126,427 miles
  • 2014 – 122,553 miles
  • 2013 – 114,254 miles
  • 2012 – 103,536 miles
  • 2011 – 94,546 miles
  • 2010 – 83,956 miles
  • 2009 – 77,494 miles
  • 2008 – 71,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,005 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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.

  • Nearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Induction pipe split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 Run Flat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre cracking and perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass218,005 miles (+7,156)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    218,005 miles
    Test number
    363198750248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass210,849 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    210,849 miles
    Test number
    250526055893
    • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail210,848 miles (+4,113)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,848 miles
    Test number
    856925116742
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass206,735 miles (+6,127)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    206,735 miles
    Test number
    276201460187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass200,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    200,608 miles
    Test number
    653003712292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail200,608 miles (+5,687)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,608 miles
    Test number
    597566511386
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass194,921 miles (+15,802)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    194,921 miles
    Test number
    540776426573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass179,119 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    179,119 miles
    Test number
    631708020009
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryInduction pipe split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracking and perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre cracking and perishing
    • AdvisoryUnable to properly check the under side of vehicle as plastic trims fitted

  9. Fail179,119 miles (+6,775)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,119 miles
    Test number
    662779901054
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryInduction pipe split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracking and perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre cracking and perishing
    • AdvisoryUnable to properly check the under side of vehicle as plastic trims fitted

  10. Pass172,344 miles (+13,978)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    172,344 miles
    Test number
    899388642539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass158,366 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    158,366 miles
    Test number
    620948065008
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on front springs

  12. Fail158,366 miles (+18,383)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,366 miles
    Test number
    338647538241
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on front springs

  13. Pass139,983 miles (+9,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    139,983 miles
    Test number
    173616615718
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEml on

  14. Pass130,916 miles (+4,489)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    130,916 miles
    Test number
    468100856882
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on both edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn on both edges

  15. Pass126,427 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    126,427 miles
    Test number
    188230845429
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBracket bent under car that secures under trays
    • NoteEngine management light on dashboard

  16. Fail126,427 miles (+3,874)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,427 miles
    Test number
    787890945058
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBracket bent under car that secures under trays
    • NoteEngine management light on dashboard

  17. Pass122,553 miles (+8,299)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    122,553 miles
    Test number
    955917434010
    • NoteEng light on

  18. Pass114,254 miles (+10,718)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    114,254 miles
    Test number
    757052643021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass103,536 miles (+8,990)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    103,536 miles
    Test number
    887117322074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass94,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    94,546 miles
    Test number
    347683051005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,546 miles (+10,590)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,546 miles
    Test number
    755040051081
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteE.M.L. ON

  22. Pass83,956 miles (+6,462)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    83,956 miles
    Test number
    602635250083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass77,494 miles (+6,379)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    77,494 miles
    Test number
    193576559040
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine undertray fitted
    • NotePlastic engine covers fitted preventing an inspection of the under bonnet fuel and brake lines
    • NotePlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • NotePlastic undertrays fitted over the majority of the vehicle underside preventing a full inspection of the front to rear fuel and brake lines

  24. Pass71,115 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    71,115 miles
    Test number
    211561678472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,108 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,108 miles
    Test number
    441889868141
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning light staying on

Questions about LS05 LMK

Does LS05 LMK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 LMK expired on 9 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 LMK?
The MOT on LS05 LMK expired on 9 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 LMK done?
LS05 LMK was recorded at 218,005 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 8,738 miles a year.
Has LS05 LMK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 LMK has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LS05 LMK 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 LMK find?
LS05 LMK passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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