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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,993 cc

L55 DBXMOT history

L55 DBX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2010. Its MOT expired on 7 Jun 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 120,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2025.

L55 DBX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Jun 2026
Mileage
120,946 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,120 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 DBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
31 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 DBX was last recorded at 120,946 miles on 31 May 2025, 9,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,628 miles · 8 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
9,318 miles
Average per year
6,120 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,946 miles
  • 2024 – 111,628 miles
  • 2023 – 102,898 miles
  • 2022 – 93,760 miles
  • 2021 – 84,326 miles
  • 2020 – 84,073 miles
  • 2019 – 80,928 miles
  • 2018 – 72,513 miles
  • 2017 – 69,257 miles
  • 2016 – 65,202 miles
  • 2015 – 59,654 miles
  • 2014 – 53,916 miles
  • 2013 – 49,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,946 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension and components have age related corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,946 miles (+9,318)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    120,946 miles
    Test number
    645449543633
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension and components have age related corrosion
  2. Pass111,628 miles (+8,730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    111,628 miles
    Test number
    520486354032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension and components have age related corrosion
  3. Pass102,898 miles (+9,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    102,898 miles
    Test number
    584016559296
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass93,760 miles (+9,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    93,760 miles
    Test number
    339578958537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass84,326 miles (+253)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    84,326 miles
    Test number
    199995081489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,073 miles
    Test number
    719953736291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail84,073 miles (+3,145)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,073 miles
    Test number
    343449316643
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35 18 y xl acceiera (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  8. Pass80,928 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    80,928 miles
    Test number
    633833979494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Fail80,928 miles (+8,415)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,928 miles
    Test number
    635608345228
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
  10. Pass72,513 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    72,513 miles
    Test number
    510478869196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,257 miles (+4,055)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    69,257 miles
    Test number
    984853705401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    65,202 miles
    Test number
    669386000936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,202 miles (+5,548)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,202 miles
    Test number
    159575402967
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35/ZR18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.06mm (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass59,654 miles (+5,738)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    59,654 miles
    Test number
    414830690773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,916 miles (+4,421)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    53,916 miles
    Test number
    769226584209
    • NoteNsr child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass49,495 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,495 miles
    Test number
    716427983216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,478 miles
    Test number
    369729063456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 DBX

Does L55 DBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 DBX expired on 7 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 DBX?
The MOT on L55 DBX expired on 7 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 DBX done?
L55 DBX was recorded at 120,946 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2025, an average of 6,120 miles a year.
Has L55 DBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 DBX has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on L55 DBX 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 L55 DBX find?
L55 DBX passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2025 with 3 advisories: coil spring corroded both front; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension and components have age related corrosion.

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