How are you studying? Also, where are you trying to go? My concern with sticking with the 142 and pushing to apply later is that your chances of getting into to a very competitive school without work experience to boost you up are slimmer.

I took the LSAT 3x . Got a 154 twice but third time was the charm and I got a 164. Also, against my initial wishes, I chose to gain work experience and not go directly into law school. I encourage waiting. Get the best grades you can and enjoy your senior year. After you graduate, you will have time to do the final push after drilling and practice tests every weekend.

It will take sacrifice but I am confident you can get into the 150s if you do this :). Your third shot is your last (idk I feel that after three times you may seem more sus) and you deserve to give yourself the best shot you can. There is no rush and it seems that law schools actually prefer applicants who work and are absolutely certain about law (this also helps if you have lower creds). Good luck with whatever you decide!

Also -- remember that some tests are easier than others!

I am in the EXACT same boat. This August test is my last shot too. I went from getting my first score in the 170s after breaking out of the upper 160s to back down to 164. I was feeling so down on myself but needed to remember that being kind of inconsistent after a lot of studying and pressure is normal. I think you are probably experiencing nerves and exhaustion. Don't get discouraged! This test is so much about not getting in your head. If you are scoring in the high 160s and had consistency at some point, you clearly know what you are doing. Don't let a few tests convince you otherwise!