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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 CFXMOT history

LB55 CFX is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 77,282 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
77,282 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 CFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 CFX was last recorded at 77,282 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 1,295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,987 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,295 miles
Average per year
3,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,282 miles
  • 2025 – 75,987 miles
  • 2024 – 74,188 miles
  • 2023 – 70,951 miles
  • 2021 – 67,052 miles
  • 2020 – 59,410 miles
  • 2019 – 55,871 miles
  • 2017 – 52,929 miles
  • 2016 – 49,247 miles
  • 2015 – 46,792 miles
  • 2014 – 42,856 miles
  • 2012 – 38,214 miles
  • 2011 – 29,424 miles
  • 2010 – 24,727 miles
  • 2009 – 19,314 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,282 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective scratch inside lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,282 miles (+1,295)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    77,282 miles
    Test number
    134612626319
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective scratch inside lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  2. Pass75,987 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    75,987 miles
    Test number
    384731001391
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail75,985 miles (+1,797)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,985 miles
    Test number
    359005516192
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass74,188 miles (+3,237)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,188 miles
    Test number
    678909887415
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass70,951 miles (+3,899)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    70,951 miles
    Test number
    921428782441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    67,052 miles
    Test number
    259750937063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail67,052 miles (+3,894)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,052 miles
    Test number
    929363175036
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass63,158 miles (+3,748)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    63,158 miles
    Test number
    821473306446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,410 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    59,410 miles
    Test number
    657471009502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,871 miles (+2,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,871 miles
    Test number
    313708078230
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass52,929 miles (+3,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    52,929 miles
    Test number
    172664275927
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking outer sidewalls
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass49,247 miles (+2,455)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    49,247 miles
    Test number
    859318949466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,792 miles (+3,936)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    46,792 miles
    Test number
    318189003821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,856 miles (+4,642)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    42,856 miles
    Test number
    257454634011
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass38,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,214 miles
    Test number
    588229932301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,214 miles (+8,790)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,214 miles
    Test number
    885159232328
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNail in the offside rear tyre which is leaking air

  17. Pass29,424 miles (+4,697)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    29,424 miles
    Test number
    665466831333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,727 miles (+5,413)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    24,727 miles
    Test number
    103275730367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,314 miles (+61)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    19,314 miles
    Test number
    880004869382
    • NoteSlight roughness in the steering

  20. Fail19,253 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,253 miles
    Test number
    413807159464
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight roughness in the steering

Questions about LB55 CFX

Does LB55 CFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 CFX is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 CFX?
The MOT on LB55 CFX is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 CFX done?
LB55 CFX was recorded at 77,282 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 3,612 miles a year.
Has LB55 CFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 CFX has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 CFX 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 CFX find?
LB55 CFX passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 4 minor defects and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake hose slightly chafed; offside front brake hose slightly chafed, and 3 more.

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