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BMW 120

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS05 SFUMOT history

LS05 SFU is a grey petrol BMW 120 first used on 25 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 121,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2025
Mileage
121,830 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 SFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 SFU was last recorded at 121,830 miles on 26 Feb 2024, 10,927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,903 miles · 28 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
10,927 miles
Average per year
6,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 121,830 miles
  • 2023 – 110,903 miles
  • 2022 – 101,926 miles
  • 2021 – 97,591 miles
  • 2019 – 89,745 miles
  • 2018 – 84,376 miles
  • 2017 – 74,632 miles
  • 2016 – 67,301 miles
  • 2015 – 59,719 miles
  • 2014 – 56,167 miles
  • 2013 – 51,386 miles
  • 2012 – 45,249 miles
  • 2011 – 39,485 miles
  • 2010 – 34,904 miles
  • 2009 – 29,631 miles
  • 2008 – 24,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,830 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,830 miles (+10,927)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    121,830 miles
    Test number
    902834969927
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass110,903 miles (+8,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    110,903 miles
    Test number
    698128615222
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,926 miles (+4,335)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    101,926 miles
    Test number
    679204289221
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHand Brake Has Little Reserve Travel.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass97,591 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    97,591 miles
    Test number
    533355148876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail97,579 miles (+7,834)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,579 miles
    Test number
    310192076205
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. Pass89,745 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    89,745 miles
    Test number
    285885829058
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail89,742 miles (+5,366)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,742 miles
    Test number
    591688810929
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass84,376 miles (+9,744)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,376 miles
    Test number
    989526714294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    74,632 miles
    Test number
    347466760388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail74,630 miles (+7,329)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,630 miles
    Test number
    290970112328
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass67,301 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,301 miles
    Test number
    652072843382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail67,301 miles (+7,582)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,301 miles
    Test number
    485539536392
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass59,719 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    59,719 miles
    Test number
    270512422995
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail59,719 miles (+3,552)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,719 miles
    Test number
    891701254535
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass56,167 miles (+4,781)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,167 miles
    Test number
    315085744414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,386 miles (+6,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    51,386 miles
    Test number
    395541833407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass45,249 miles (+5,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,249 miles
    Test number
    629380752176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass39,485 miles (+4,581)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,485 miles
    Test number
    589455021113
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront Brake discs worn

  19. Pass34,904 miles (+5,273)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    34,904 miles
    Test number
    124739510112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,631 miles (+5,174)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,631 miles
    Test number
    241859319165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    24,457 miles
    Test number
    241996538102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 SFU

Does LS05 SFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 SFU expired on 1 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 SFU?
The MOT on LS05 SFU expired on 1 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 SFU done?
LS05 SFU was recorded at 121,830 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2024, an average of 6,169 miles a year.
Has LS05 SFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 SFU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LS05 SFU 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 SFU find?
LS05 SFU passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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