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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LB55 CFMMOT history

LB55 CFM is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Nov 2025
Mileage
93,830 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,301 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 CFM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 CFM was last recorded at 93,830 miles on 10 Oct 2024, 8,800 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
85,030 miles · 8 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
8,800 miles
Average per year
5,301 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 93,830 miles
  • 2023 – 85,030 miles
  • 2022 – 75,134 miles
  • 2021 – 66,361 miles
  • 2020 – 55,840 miles
  • 2019 – 51,427 miles
  • 2018 – 47,650 miles
  • 2017 – 43,591 miles
  • 2016 – 39,295 miles
  • 2015 – 35,615 miles
  • 2014 – 31,521 miles
  • 2013 – 27,452 miles
  • 2012 – 22,772 miles
  • 2011 – 19,491 miles
  • 2010 – 16,461 miles
  • 2009 – 12,899 miles
  • 2008 – 9,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,830 miles
  • MinorRear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,830 miles (+8,800)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    93,830 miles
    Test number
    754885959923
    • MinorRear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass85,030 miles (+9,896)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    85,030 miles
    Test number
    306949590858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass75,134 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    75,134 miles
    Test number
    817266676612
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play Play developed & axis (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Bad & source unknown (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail75,134 miles (+8,773)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,134 miles
    Test number
    945049762664
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play Play developed & axis (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Bad & source unknown (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass66,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,361 miles
    Test number
    735730798533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail66,361 miles (+10,521)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,361 miles
    Test number
    466992219211
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass55,840 miles (+4,413)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,840 miles
    Test number
    569422956941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    51,427 miles
    Test number
    890504417729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail51,427 miles (+3,777)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,427 miles
    Test number
    930570533371
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass47,650 miles (+4,059)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    47,650 miles
    Test number
    944141958481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,591 miles (+4,296)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    43,591 miles
    Test number
    143132721945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,295 miles (+3,680)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    39,295 miles
    Test number
    641074328106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass35,615 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    35,615 miles
    Test number
    971550100459
    • 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)

  14. Fail35,615 miles (+4,094)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,615 miles
    Test number
    261342237170
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  15. Pass31,521 miles (+4,069)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    31,521 miles
    Test number
    409440514355
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteFront tyres are very very worn

  16. Pass27,452 miles (+4,680)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    27,452 miles
    Test number
    316955023303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,772 miles (+3,281)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    22,772 miles
    Test number
    136609012367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,491 miles (+3,030)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    19,491 miles
    Test number
    367906221378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    16,461 miles
    Test number
    263825110332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail16,447 miles (+3,548)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,447 miles
    Test number
    751965810330
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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)

  21. Pass12,899 miles (+3,380)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    12,899 miles
    Test number
    450821029467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    9,519 miles
    Test number
    221509518386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 CFM

Does LB55 CFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 CFM expired on 7 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 CFM?
The MOT on LB55 CFM expired on 7 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 CFM done?
LB55 CFM was recorded at 93,830 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2024, an average of 5,301 miles a year.
Has LB55 CFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 CFM has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 CFM 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 CFM find?
LB55 CFM passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both outer; oil leak, but not excessive.

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