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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

R5 LPBMOT history

R5 LPB is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 May 2007. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 91,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

R5 LPB green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
91,557 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R5 LPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
18 May 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R5 LPB was last recorded at 91,557 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 4,827 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,730 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,827 miles
Average per year
4,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,557 miles
  • 2025 – 86,730 miles
  • 2024 – 80,420 miles
  • 2023 – 78,223 miles
  • 2022 – 76,664 miles
  • 2021 – 74,946 miles
  • 2020 – 73,534 miles
  • 2019 – 70,034 miles
  • 2018 – 66,296 miles
  • 2017 – 61,601 miles
  • 2016 – 56,274 miles
  • 2015 – 51,023 miles
  • 2014 – 50,978 miles
  • 2013 – 40,145 miles
  • 2012 – 34,736 miles
  • 2011 – 27,986 miles
  • 2010 – 21,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,557 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has water ingress
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,557 miles (+4,827)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    91,557 miles
    Test number
    430454877303
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has water ingress
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass86,730 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    86,730 miles
    Test number
    674165873506
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail86,730 miles (+6,310)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,730 miles
    Test number
    873734966375
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid x2 (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad light on / sensor rubbing on inner wheel
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass80,420 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    80,420 miles
    Test number
    188895132892
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Fail80,386 miles (+2,163)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,386 miles
    Test number
    885061624754
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass78,223 miles (+1,559)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    78,223 miles
    Test number
    459754073419
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/sill covers/under trays fitted

  7. Pass76,664 miles (+1,718)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    76,664 miles
    Test number
    224537990876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,946 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    74,946 miles
    Test number
    868895847009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,945 miles (+1,411)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,945 miles
    Test number
    625873155266
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass73,534 miles (+3,500)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    73,534 miles
    Test number
    990578194190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,034 miles (+3,738)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    70,034 miles
    Test number
    851452512658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,296 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,296 miles
    Test number
    851358311720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,295 miles (+4,694)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,295 miles
    Test number
    818518814013
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are badly perished but has no visible cords exposed

  14. Pass61,601 miles (+5,327)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    61,601 miles
    Test number
    917817520444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,274 miles (+5,251)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    56,274 miles
    Test number
    694081176776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,023 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    51,023 miles
    Test number
    626276155002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass50,978 miles (+4,409)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    50,978 miles
    Test number
    836303454345
    • NoteMinor chips in screen

  18. Pass46,569 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    46,569 miles
    Test number
    138432524192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,568 miles (+6,423)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,568 miles
    Test number
    396381624183
    • FailureOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass40,145 miles (+5,409)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    40,145 miles
    Test number
    907430733150
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  21. Pass34,736 miles (+6,750)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    34,736 miles
    Test number
    688926612161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass27,986 miles (+6,244)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,986 miles
    Test number
    246129701185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail21,742 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,742 miles
    Test number
    104358830165
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass21,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    21,742 miles
    Test number
    424148130195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R5 LPB

Does R5 LPB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R5 LPB is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on R5 LPB?
The MOT on R5 LPB is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R5 LPB done?
R5 LPB was recorded at 91,557 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 4,426 miles a year.
Has R5 LPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R5 LPB has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on R5 LPB 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 R5 LPB find?
R5 LPB passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses; nearside front headlamp has water ingress; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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