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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS05 XDFMOT history

LS05 XDF is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 244,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LS05 XDF black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
244,821 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 XDF
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
8 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 XDF was last recorded at 244,821 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
244,821 miles · 6 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 244,821 miles
  • 2025 – 243,367 miles
  • 2023 – 241,139 miles
  • 2022 – 236,207 miles
  • 2021 – 230,719 miles
  • 2020 – 223,060 miles
  • 2019 – 210,781 miles
  • 2018 – 199,952 miles
  • 2017 – 187,817 miles
  • 2016 – 174,293 miles
  • 2015 – 158,311 miles
  • 2014 – 137,397 miles
  • 2013 – 120,769 miles
  • 2012 – 118,615 miles
  • 2011 – 107,841 miles
  • 2010 – 93,370 miles
  • 2009 – 86,743 miles
  • 2008 – 80,958 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass244,821 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Connection to centre (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass244,821 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    244,821 miles
    Test number
    711155052629
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Connection to centre (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail244,821 miles (+1,454)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,821 miles
    Test number
    222565603630
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Connection to centre (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass243,367 miles (+2,228)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    243,367 miles
    Test number
    195275186796
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  4. Pass241,139 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    241,139 miles
    Test number
    249703532120
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  5. Fail241,139 miles (+4,932)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,139 miles
    Test number
    942422924958
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  6. Pass236,207 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    236,207 miles
    Test number
    885944540717
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail236,207 miles (+5,488)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,207 miles
    Test number
    668765894373
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass230,719 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    230,719 miles
    Test number
    707250468676
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail230,714 miles (+7,654)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,714 miles
    Test number
    787564544947
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass223,060 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    223,060 miles
    Test number
    427919716396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail223,050 miles (+12,269)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,050 miles
    Test number
    391758392128
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass210,781 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    210,781 miles
    Test number
    194449325016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail210,781 miles (+10,829)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,781 miles
    Test number
    404657564049
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass199,952 miles (+55)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    199,952 miles
    Test number
    628345144153
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail199,897 miles (+12,080)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,897 miles
    Test number
    174647720837
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass187,817 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    187,817 miles
    Test number
    132668442439
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner steering play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak diff bad
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNoise rear handbrake in brake rollers

  17. Fail187,817 miles (+13,524)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,817 miles
    Test number
    755950897412
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner steering play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak diff bad
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNoise rear handbrake in brake rollers

  18. Pass174,293 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    174,293 miles
    Test number
    962973113531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre very worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak

  19. Fail174,289 miles (+15,978)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,289 miles
    Test number
    188426148314
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre very worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak

  20. Pass158,311 miles (+20,914)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    158,311 miles
    Test number
    620383484828
    • AdvisoryHanger missing from centre exhaust

  21. Pass137,397 miles (+16,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    137,397 miles
    Test number
    498479194135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass120,769 miles (+2,154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    120,769 miles
    Test number
    379579883164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass118,615 miles (+10,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    118,615 miles
    Test number
    987271112332
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass107,841 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    107,841 miles
    Test number
    605403011316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Fail107,839 miles (+14,469)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,839 miles
    Test number
    467893711442
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass93,370 miles (+1,817)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    93,370 miles
    Test number
    381538580162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass91,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    91,553 miles
    Test number
    301787320119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail91,553 miles (+4,810)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,553 miles
    Test number
    322147020195
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass86,743 miles (+5,785)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    86,743 miles
    Test number
    673852619207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass80,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    80,958 miles
    Test number
    612720098117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 XDF

Does LS05 XDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 XDF is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 XDF?
The MOT on LS05 XDF is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 XDF done?
LS05 XDF was recorded at 244,821 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 9,362 miles a year.
Has LS05 XDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 XDF has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS05 XDF 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 XDF find?
LS05 XDF passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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