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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS05 LMYMOT history

LS05 LMY is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 218,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

LS05 LMY blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
218,759 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 LMY
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
28 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 LMY was last recorded at 218,759 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 8,297 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,462 miles · 19 May 2021
Between the last two tests
8,297 miles
Average per year
10,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,759 miles
  • 2021 – 210,462 miles
  • 2020 – 193,510 miles
  • 2019 – 179,586 miles
  • 2018 – 166,879 miles
  • 2017 – 155,050 miles
  • 2016 – 141,265 miles
  • 2015 – 112,378 miles
  • 2014 – 89,074 miles
  • 2013 – 78,322 miles
  • 2012 – 73,308 miles
  • 2011 – 62,710 miles
  • 2010 – 55,667 miles
  • 2009 – 50,970 miles
  • 2008 – 40,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,759 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,759 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    218,759 miles
    Test number
    820898580297
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail218,759 miles (+8,297)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,759 miles
    Test number
    395213536133
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass210,462 miles (+16,952)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    210,462 miles
    Test number
    702707686553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass193,510 miles (+13,924)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    193,510 miles
    Test number
    665494816922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass179,586 miles (+12,707)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    179,586 miles
    Test number
    647962224633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass166,879 miles (+11,829)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    166,879 miles
    Test number
    923535150308
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass155,050 miles (+13,785)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    155,050 miles
    Test number
    864756908870
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear jacking point missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass141,265 miles (+69)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    141,265 miles
    Test number
    811540383274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Fail141,196 miles (+28,818)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,196 miles
    Test number
    172855656647
    • FailureNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Pass112,378 miles (+23,304)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    112,378 miles
    Test number
    876619745168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass89,074 miles (+10,752)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    89,074 miles
    Test number
    228079644129
    • 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)

  12. Pass78,322 miles (+5,014)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    78,322 miles
    Test number
    396004253110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,308 miles (+10,598)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    73,308 miles
    Test number
    458023542245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,710 miles (+7,043)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,710 miles
    Test number
    266233531164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,667 miles (+4,697)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    55,667 miles
    Test number
    864933930186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,970 miles (+10,969)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,970 miles
    Test number
    351754939161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    40,001 miles
    Test number
    284946378142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail40,001 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,001 miles
    Test number
    460216578197
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Questions about LS05 LMY

Does LS05 LMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 LMY is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 LMY?
The MOT on LS05 LMY is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 LMY done?
LS05 LMY was recorded at 218,759 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 10,151 miles a year.
Has LS05 LMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 LMY has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS05 LMY 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 LMY find?
LS05 LMY passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: front bumper damaged; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 2 more.

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