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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 CFVMOT history

LB55 CFV is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 131,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2022
Mileage
131,082 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2021
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,247 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 CFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 CFV was last recorded at 131,082 miles on 26 Oct 2021, 121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,961 miles · 21 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
121 miles
Average per year
8,247 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 131,082 miles
  • 2020 – 116,682 miles
  • 2019 – 102,957 miles
  • 2018 – 82,592 miles
  • 2017 – 68,932 miles
  • 2016 – 61,321 miles
  • 2015 – 52,350 miles
  • 2014 – 46,135 miles
  • 2013 – 41,882 miles
  • 2012 – 39,156 miles
  • 2011 – 35,799 miles
  • 2010 – 32,754 miles
  • 2009 – 29,956 miles
  • 2008 – 24,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,082 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,082 miles (+121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    131,082 miles
    Test number
    815004368067
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,961 miles (+14,279)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,961 miles
    Test number
    284788623817
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,682 miles (+70)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    116,682 miles
    Test number
    467575972512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail116,612 miles (+13,655)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,612 miles
    Test number
    941409072136
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass102,957 miles (+20,365)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,957 miles
    Test number
    398221405567
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,592 miles (+13,660)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,592 miles
    Test number
    648114182362
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin More so N/S/R (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass68,932 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,932 miles
    Test number
    676235083419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Upper (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad wear sensor wire insecure

  8. Fail68,924 miles (+7,603)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,924 miles
    Test number
    382051892918
    • FailureNearside Rear Front constant velocity joint is insecure Retaining bolts loose (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Upper (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad wear sensor wire insecure

  9. Pass61,321 miles (+8,971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    61,321 miles
    Test number
    125510675286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass52,350 miles (+6,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,350 miles
    Test number
    484209239050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass46,135 miles (+4,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    46,135 miles
    Test number
    268192104337
    • 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. Pass41,882 miles (+2,726)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    41,882 miles
    Test number
    379207693266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,156 miles (+3,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    39,156 miles
    Test number
    449298102353
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass35,799 miles (+3,045)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    35,799 miles
    Test number
    708534391208
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass32,754 miles (+2,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,754 miles
    Test number
    180348680299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass29,956 miles (+5,737)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,956 miles
    Test number
    862738309374
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteMinor body damage
    • NoteNsf tyre wearing close
    • NoteSlight corrosion exhaust

  17. Pass24,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,219 miles
    Test number
    443185518377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 CFV

Does LB55 CFV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 CFV expired on 21 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 CFV?
The MOT on LB55 CFV expired on 21 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 CFV done?
LB55 CFV was recorded at 131,082 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2021, an average of 8,247 miles a year.
Has LB55 CFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 CFV has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB55 CFV 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 CFV find?
LB55 CFV passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2021 with 2 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated both front; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush.

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