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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS05 XCGMOT history

LS05 XCG is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 105,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2024.

LS05 XCG black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2025
Mileage
105,117 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,239 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 XCG
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
13 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 XCG was last recorded at 105,117 miles on 19 Feb 2024, 5,448 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,669 miles · 10 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
5,448 miles
Average per year
6,239 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 105,117 miles
  • 2023 – 99,669 miles
  • 2022 – 92,157 miles
  • 2020 – 87,616 miles
  • 2019 – 83,542 miles
  • 2018 – 78,328 miles
  • 2017 – 72,354 miles
  • 2016 – 63,900 miles
  • 2015 – 57,407 miles
  • 2014 – 46,754 miles
  • 2013 – 28,101 miles
  • 2012 – 22,263 miles
  • 2011 – 19,323 miles
  • 2010 – 16,590 miles
  • 2009 – 13,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,117 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,117 miles (+5,448)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    105,117 miles
    Test number
    593517712930
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass99,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    99,669 miles
    Test number
    645782816883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail99,669 miles (+62)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,669 miles
    Test number
    121960327061
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail99,607 miles (+7,450)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,607 miles
    Test number
    509009393901
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  5. Pass92,157 miles (+4,541)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,157 miles
    Test number
    641870059152
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass87,616 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    87,616 miles
    Test number
    525246891019
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side Mirror Cover Broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail87,616 miles (+4,074)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,616 miles
    Test number
    567387507082
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side Mirror Cover Broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass83,542 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    83,542 miles
    Test number
    377854087180
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail83,542 miles (+5,214)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,542 miles
    Test number
    453714795405
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass78,328 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    78,328 miles
    Test number
    372309616928
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail78,328 miles (+5,974)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,328 miles
    Test number
    386487726681
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass72,354 miles (+8,454)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    72,354 miles
    Test number
    794567790152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,900 miles (+6,493)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    63,900 miles
    Test number
    540302596581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,407 miles (+10,653)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,407 miles
    Test number
    266276645121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    46,754 miles
    Test number
    445108264129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,754 miles (+18,653)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,754 miles
    Test number
    655737464146
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass28,101 miles (+5,838)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    28,101 miles
    Test number
    855044933191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,263 miles (+2,940)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    22,263 miles
    Test number
    656149942150
    • 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)

  19. Pass19,323 miles (+2,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    19,323 miles
    Test number
    935280531136
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass16,590 miles (+3,347)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    16,590 miles
    Test number
    963048130181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    13,243 miles
    Test number
    222479349413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 XCG

Does LS05 XCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 XCG expired on 18 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 XCG?
The MOT on LS05 XCG expired on 18 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 XCG done?
LS05 XCG was recorded at 105,117 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2024, an average of 6,239 miles a year.
Has LS05 XCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 XCG has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LS05 XCG 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 XCG find?
LS05 XCG passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2024 with 6 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.

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