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Black · Diesel · 2005

LB55 DWZMOT history

LB55 DWZ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Dec 2021 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 182,107 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Dec 2021
Mileage
182,107 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2022
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 DWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB55 DWZ was last recorded at 182,107 miles on 4 Jan 2022, 1,416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,691 miles · 3 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
1,416 miles
Average per year
7,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 182,107 miles
  • 2020 – 180,691 miles
  • 2019 – 178,769 miles
  • 2018 – 173,504 miles
  • 2017 – 168,952 miles
  • 2016 – 164,021 miles
  • 2015 – 159,725 miles
  • 2014 – 151,315 miles
  • 2013 – 140,091 miles
  • 2012 – 129,852 miles
  • 2011 – 120,690 miles
  • 2010 – 113,924 miles
  • 2009 – 102,709 miles
  • 2008 – 85,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail182,107 miles
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside handbrake in need of attention

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail182,107 miles (+1,416)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,107 miles
    Test number
    971428265710
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass180,691 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    180,691 miles
    Test number
    870676928133
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail180,689 miles (+1,920)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,689 miles
    Test number
    571131197863
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass178,769 miles (+5,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    178,769 miles
    Test number
    706586845939
    • AdvisoryBoth rear + offside front flexible brake hoses showing signs of cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake in need of attention

  5. Pass173,504 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    173,504 miles
    Test number
    712968557389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail173,502 miles (+4,550)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,502 miles
    Test number
    666322779820
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake in need of attention

  7. Pass168,952 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    168,952 miles
    Test number
    259132116093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges of tread (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail168,952 miles (+4,931)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,952 miles
    Test number
    243094529169
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges of tread (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass164,021 miles (+4,296)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    164,021 miles
    Test number
    463085306342
    • AdvisoryCentral Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 seats fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  10. Pass159,725 miles (+8,410)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    159,725 miles
    Test number
    524249503316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass151,315 miles (+11,224)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    151,315 miles
    Test number
    666535444384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass140,091 miles (+10,239)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    140,091 miles
    Test number
    749681053393
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass129,852 miles (+9,162)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    129,852 miles
    Test number
    398601242308
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass120,690 miles (+6,766)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    120,690 miles
    Test number
    135910541380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass113,924 miles (+11,215)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    113,924 miles
    Test number
    201095850325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,709 miles (+17,334)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    102,709 miles
    Test number
    463690959487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    85,375 miles
    Test number
    234241558361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 DWZ

Does LB55 DWZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 DWZ expired on 29 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 DWZ?
The MOT on LB55 DWZ expired on 29 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 DWZ done?
LB55 DWZ was recorded at 182,107 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2022, an average of 7,412 miles a year.
Has LB55 DWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 DWZ has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 DWZ 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 DWZ find?
LB55 DWZ failed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2022 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front brakes imbalanced across an axle axle 1; nearside front coil spring fractured or broken; rear brakes imbalanced across an axle axle 2, and 7 more.

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