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BMW X3

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 CEKMOT history

LB55 CEK is a blue diesel BMW X3 first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 136,160 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2023
Mileage
136,160 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 CEK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 CEK was last recorded at 136,160 miles on 18 Jul 2022, 5,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,819 miles · 13 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
5,341 miles
Average per year
8,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 136,160 miles
  • 2021 – 130,819 miles
  • 2020 – 126,850 miles
  • 2019 – 123,426 miles
  • 2018 – 110,429 miles
  • 2017 – 101,279 miles
  • 2016 – 92,105 miles
  • 2015 – 82,493 miles
  • 2014 – 74,025 miles
  • 2013 – 64,371 miles
  • 2012 – 55,484 miles
  • 2011 – 43,242 miles
  • 2010 – 30,193 miles
  • 2009 – 16,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,160 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From front tail pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides front (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,160 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    136,160 miles
    Test number
    400846159599
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From front tail pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail136,160 miles (+5,341)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,160 miles
    Test number
    260581714316
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Belt not locking in buckle (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From front tail pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,819 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    130,819 miles
    Test number
    595377217279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  4. Fail130,816 miles (+3,966)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,816 miles
    Test number
    208468799076
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  5. Pass126,850 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    126,850 miles
    Test number
    868029830640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Fail126,845 miles (+3,419)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,845 miles
    Test number
    444588907063
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Pass123,426 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,426 miles
    Test number
    915444939194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail123,425 miles (+12,996)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,425 miles
    Test number
    506017796395
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass110,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    110,429 miles
    Test number
    687738741115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail110,428 miles (+2,049)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,428 miles
    Test number
    128987497742
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass108,379 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,379 miles
    Test number
    273693888154
    • AdvisoryAdvise nearside wiper spindle worn
    • 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)

  12. Fail108,375 miles (+7,096)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,375 miles
    Test number
    439881402441
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryAdvise nearside wiper spindle worn
    • 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)

  13. Pass101,279 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    101,279 miles
    Test number
    232161763908
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail101,279 miles (+9,174)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,279 miles
    Test number
    890043526481
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 33% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass92,105 miles (+130)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    92,105 miles
    Test number
    155066962558
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail91,975 miles (+9,482)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,975 miles
    Test number
    997103224665
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass82,493 miles (+8,468)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    82,493 miles
    Test number
    989986605187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteAdvise offside rear brake bind

  18. Pass74,025 miles (+9,654)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    74,025 miles
    Test number
    237615104124
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass64,371 miles (+22)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,371 miles
    Test number
    919048003192
    • NoteAdvise nearside front brake bind

  20. Fail64,349 miles (+8,865)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,349 miles
    Test number
    155045303118
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise nearside front brake bind

  21. Pass55,484 miles (+12,242)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    55,484 miles
    Test number
    125663482063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,242 miles (+13,049)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    43,242 miles
    Test number
    147351271436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,193 miles (+13,484)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,193 miles
    Test number
    971891460063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  24. Pass16,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    16,709 miles
    Test number
    373633369052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 CEK

Does LB55 CEK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 CEK expired on 17 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 CEK?
The MOT on LB55 CEK expired on 17 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 CEK done?
LB55 CEK was recorded at 136,160 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2022, an average of 8,933 miles a year.
Has LB55 CEK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 CEK has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 CEK 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 LB55 CEK find?
LB55 CEK passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2022 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from front tail pipe joint; general corrosion under body; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides front, and 3 more.

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