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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,494 cc

LS05 LXCMOT history

LS05 LXC is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2025 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 120,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2024.

LS05 LXC grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2025
Mileage
120,141 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2024
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,418 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 LXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 LXC was last recorded at 120,141 miles on 27 Feb 2024, 5,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
114,964 miles · 31 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
5,177 miles
Average per year
6,418 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 120,141 miles
  • 2019 – 114,964 miles
  • 2018 – 107,550 miles
  • 2017 – 98,687 miles
  • 2016 – 90,385 miles
  • 2015 – 72,462 miles
  • 2014 – 66,132 miles
  • 2013 – 56,926 miles
  • 2012 – 47,220 miles
  • 2011 – 39,864 miles
  • 2010 – 32,421 miles
  • 2009 – 24,738 miles
  • 2008 – 19,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,141 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass120,141 miles (+5,177)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    120,141 miles
    Test number
    484357094075
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,964 miles (+7,414)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,964 miles
    Test number
    464091791232
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass107,550 miles (+8,863)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    107,550 miles
    Test number
    828201289747
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass98,687 miles (+8,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,687 miles
    Test number
    521180939040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Pass90,385 miles (+1,037)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    90,385 miles
    Test number
    581496076303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  6. Pass89,348 miles (+16,886)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    89,348 miles
    Test number
    530517634163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Pass72,462 miles (+6,330)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,462 miles
    Test number
    219106445431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,132 miles (+9,206)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,132 miles
    Test number
    646454824278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    56,926 miles
    Test number
    125705223283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,926 miles (+9,706)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,926 miles
    Test number
    179745923225
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass47,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,220 miles
    Test number
    845542942290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail47,220 miles (+7,356)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,220 miles
    Test number
    906642542208
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass39,864 miles (+7,443)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,864 miles
    Test number
    396422441438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,421 miles (+7,683)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    32,421 miles
    Test number
    782240330205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,738 miles (+621)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    24,738 miles
    Test number
    250347259227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,117 miles (+4,346)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    24,117 miles
    Test number
    654898899143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    19,771 miles
    Test number
    673080598194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 LXC

Does LS05 LXC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 LXC expired on 26 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 LXC?
The MOT on LS05 LXC expired on 26 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 LXC done?
LS05 LXC was recorded at 120,141 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2024, an average of 6,418 miles a year.
Has LS05 LXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 LXC has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2013.
Has the mileage on LS05 LXC 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 LXC find?
LS05 LXC passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp insecure; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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