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BMW 3 Series

White and Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

R5 LPTMOT history

R5 LPT is a white and black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 125,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

R5 LPT white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
125,131 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R5 LPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
14 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R5 LPT was last recorded at 125,131 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 May 2026: 124,962 miles, lower than 125,865 miles on 5 Dec 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
124,962 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
169 miles
Average per year
2,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,131 miles
  • 2022 – 125,865 miles
  • 2021 – 125,538 miles
  • 2020 – 125,118 miles
  • 2017 – 115,081 miles
  • 2016 – 105,987 miles
  • 2015 – 97,502 miles
  • 2014 – 97,037 miles
  • 2011 – 89,668 miles
  • 2010 – 85,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,131 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,131 miles (+169)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    125,131 miles
    Test number
    516254449220
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail124,962 miles (-903)5 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,962 miles
    Test number
    959752676844
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass125,865 miles (+327)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    125,865 miles
    Test number
    550113710834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass125,538 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    125,538 miles
    Test number
    614532579428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail125,538 miles (+420)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,538 miles
    Test number
    858038691330
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass125,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    125,118 miles
    Test number
    171476066727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    972643832169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,081 miles (+9,094)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    115,081 miles
    Test number
    496317638429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,987 miles (+403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    105,987 miles
    Test number
    185673245405
    • 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)

  10. Fail105,584 miles (+8,082)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,584 miles
    Test number
    894938641734
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)

  11. Fail97,502 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,502 miles
    Test number
    246614505124
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass97,502 miles (+465)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,502 miles
    Test number
    389094705106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,037 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    97,037 miles
    Test number
    888128404124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail97,030 miles (+7,362)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,030 miles
    Test number
    987128694066
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  15. Pass89,668 miles (+4,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    89,668 miles
    Test number
    375336781476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass85,629 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    85,629 miles
    Test number
    773866380299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail85,629 miles3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,629 miles
    Test number
    871724280283
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about R5 LPT

Does R5 LPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R5 LPT is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on R5 LPT?
The MOT on R5 LPT is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R5 LPT done?
R5 LPT was recorded at 125,131 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 2,520 miles a year.
Has R5 LPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R5 LPT has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on R5 LPT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 May 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R5 LPT find?
R5 LPT passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front brake hose slightly damaged; offside front brake hose slightly damaged; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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