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BMW 730

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,979 cc

LA55 XRSMOT history

LA55 XRS is a black petrol BMW 730 first used on 31 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 102,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
102,774 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 XRS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
730
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 XRS was last recorded at 102,774 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 4,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,625 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,149 miles
Average per year
4,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,774 miles
  • 2025 – 98,625 miles
  • 2024 – 88,897 miles
  • 2023 – 79,852 miles
  • 2022 – 74,782 miles
  • 2021 – 72,698 miles
  • 2020 – 71,594 miles
  • 2019 – 69,884 miles
  • 2018 – 69,718 miles
  • 2017 – 69,125 miles
  • 2016 – 67,511 miles
  • 2015 – 65,370 miles
  • 2014 – 59,697 miles
  • 2013 – 52,691 miles
  • 2012 – 45,292 miles
  • 2011 – 37,357 miles
  • 2010 – 29,512 miles
  • 2009 – 23,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,774 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 22 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,774 miles (+4,149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    102,774 miles
    Test number
    982662489404
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass98,625 miles (+9,728)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,625 miles
    Test number
    896927440892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass88,897 miles (+10)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    88,897 miles
    Test number
    730482869533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail88,887 miles (+9,035)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,887 miles
    Test number
    685168436742
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass79,852 miles (+5,070)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    79,852 miles
    Test number
    521835461346
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  6. Pass74,782 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    74,782 miles
    Test number
    563134984496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,698 miles (+1,104)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    72,698 miles
    Test number
    694684599260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,594 miles (+1,710)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    71,594 miles
    Test number
    938616630161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,884 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,884 miles
    Test number
    275640779450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,718 miles (+593)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    69,718 miles
    Test number
    565606870997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,125 miles (+1,614)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,125 miles
    Test number
    682528481444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,511 miles (+2,141)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,511 miles
    Test number
    203878821957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,370 miles (+5,673)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    65,370 miles
    Test number
    735341425019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,697 miles (+7,006)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,697 miles
    Test number
    107749104416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass52,691 miles (+7,399)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    52,691 miles
    Test number
    985828103073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,292 miles (+7,935)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    45,292 miles
    Test number
    199770922004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,357 miles (+7,845)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,357 miles
    Test number
    235154901008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,512 miles (+5,713)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    29,512 miles
    Test number
    422664600031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    23,799 miles
    Test number
    350172729039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 XRS

Does LA55 XRS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 XRS is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 XRS?
The MOT on LA55 XRS is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 XRS done?
LA55 XRS was recorded at 102,774 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 4,509 miles a year.
Has LA55 XRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 XRS has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 XRS 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 LA55 XRS find?
LA55 XRS passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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