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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS05 LNTMOT history

LS05 LNT is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 151,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

LS05 LNT black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
151,498 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 LNT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 LNT was last recorded at 151,498 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 3,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,358 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,140 miles
Average per year
6,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,498 miles
  • 2024 – 148,358 miles
  • 2023 – 144,170 miles
  • 2022 – 140,423 miles
  • 2021 – 136,269 miles
  • 2020 – 134,525 miles
  • 2019 – 122,384 miles
  • 2018 – 112,707 miles
  • 2017 – 106,844 miles
  • 2016 – 103,064 miles
  • 2015 – 98,254 miles
  • 2014 – 92,204 miles
  • 2013 – 85,609 miles
  • 2012 – 78,162 miles
  • 2011 – 69,086 miles
  • 2010 – 59,869 miles
  • 2009 – 49,867 miles
  • 2008 – 39,889 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,498 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,498 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    151,498 miles
    Test number
    948929948121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail151,498 miles (+3,140)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,498 miles
    Test number
    458266838679
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass148,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    148,358 miles
    Test number
    597225356482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail148,358 miles (+4,188)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,358 miles
    Test number
    714038545672
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass144,170 miles (+3,747)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    144,170 miles
    Test number
    566808093997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass140,423 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    140,423 miles
    Test number
    248123182311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail140,376 miles (+4,107)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,376 miles
    Test number
    551166031255
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass136,269 miles (+1,744)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    136,269 miles
    Test number
    286907932109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass134,525 miles (+12,141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    134,525 miles
    Test number
    677161285320
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass122,384 miles (+9,677)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,384 miles
    Test number
    718683054992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass112,707 miles (+5,863)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,707 miles
    Test number
    988148309297
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass106,844 miles (+3,780)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    106,844 miles
    Test number
    477933412024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,064 miles (+4,810)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    103,064 miles
    Test number
    340806834529
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass98,254 miles (+191)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    98,254 miles
    Test number
    585917425132
    • NoteN/S/F Anti-roll bar drop link damaged (bent).
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail98,063 miles (+5,859)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,063 miles
    Test number
    217310425162
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteN/S/F Anti-roll bar drop link damaged (bent).
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre tread in poor condition.
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre tread damaged and in poor condition.
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre worn on outer edge.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass92,204 miles (+6,595)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    92,204 miles
    Test number
    877801224144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass85,609 miles (+7,447)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    85,609 miles
    Test number
    536710123105
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass78,162 miles (+9,076)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    78,162 miles
    Test number
    816414822101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass69,086 miles (+9,217)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    69,086 miles
    Test number
    915166121129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,869 miles (+10,002)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,869 miles
    Test number
    553082160059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,867 miles (+9,978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,867 miles
    Test number
    741323969044
    • 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)

  22. Pass39,889 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,889 miles
    Test number
    660958768001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS05 LNT

Does LS05 LNT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 LNT is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS05 LNT?
The MOT on LS05 LNT is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 LNT done?
LS05 LNT was recorded at 151,498 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 6,325 miles a year.
Has LS05 LNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 LNT has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS05 LNT 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 LNT find?
LS05 LNT passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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