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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 DXAMOT history

LB55 DXA is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 223,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
223,528 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
9,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 DXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 DXA was last recorded at 223,528 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 7,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,421 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,107 miles
Average per year
9,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 223,528 miles
  • 2025 – 216,421 miles
  • 2024 – 192,236 miles
  • 2023 – 169,753 miles
  • 2022 – 147,870 miles
  • 2021 – 123,359 miles
  • 2020 – 122,814 miles
  • 2019 – 121,145 miles
  • 2018 – 117,917 miles
  • 2017 – 108,496 miles
  • 2016 – 101,310 miles
  • 2015 – 95,702 miles
  • 2014 – 91,580 miles
  • 2013 – 86,659 miles
  • 2012 – 80,753 miles
  • 2011 – 75,756 miles
  • 2010 – 66,655 miles
  • 2008 – 49,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,528 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Minor8 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 15 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,528 miles (+7,107)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    223,528 miles
    Test number
    5746927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass216,421 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    216,421 miles
    Test number
    560955064222
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail216,420 miles (+24,184)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,420 miles
    Test number
    125809431762
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass192,236 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    192,236 miles
    Test number
    661166229513
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail192,236 miles (+22,483)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,236 miles
    Test number
    286321689292
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass169,753 miles (+21,883)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    169,753 miles
    Test number
    809669199962
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass147,870 miles (+142)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    147,870 miles
    Test number
    861779429276
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail147,728 miles (+24,369)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,728 miles
    Test number
    547723432102
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass123,359 miles (+12)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    123,359 miles
    Test number
    393459604430
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  10. Fail123,347 miles (+533)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,347 miles
    Test number
    809592030112
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  11. Pass122,814 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    122,814 miles
    Test number
    963582790717
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front 2 rear (Ends) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail122,814 miles (+1,669)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,814 miles
    Test number
    495386828157
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testService brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front 2 rear (Ends) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass121,145 miles (+18)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    121,145 miles
    Test number
    911764446299
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail121,127 miles (+3,210)3 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,127 miles
    Test number
    119031227424
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass117,917 miles (+9,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    117,917 miles
    Test number
    908369631429
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass108,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    108,496 miles
    Test number
    522242755910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail108,493 miles (+7,183)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,493 miles
    Test number
    382852931670
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass101,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    101,310 miles
    Test number
    348667927464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail101,307 miles (+5,605)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,307 miles
    Test number
    660960716621
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

  20. Pass95,702 miles (+4)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    95,702 miles
    Test number
    487915985060
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on edge

  21. Fail95,698 miles (+4,118)1 dangerous3 failures2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,698 miles
    Test number
    867783385052
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on edge

  22. Pass91,580 miles (+4,921)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    91,580 miles
    Test number
    955408674077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass86,659 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    86,659 miles
    Test number
    785664083083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChip front wind screen
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  24. Fail86,659 miles (+5,906)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,659 miles
    Test number
    866154183039
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChip front wind screen
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  25. Pass80,753 miles (+4,997)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    80,753 miles
    Test number
    498898852049
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs perishing
    • NoteRear brake discs perishing

  26. Pass75,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    75,756 miles
    Test number
    849961181030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail75,752 miles (+9,097)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,752 miles
    Test number
    146711481014
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAll tyres slightly wearing on edges

  28. Pass66,655 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    66,655 miles
    Test number
    102191180076
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  29. Fail66,655 miles (+17,143)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,655 miles
    Test number
    820341180081
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  30. Pass49,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    49,512 miles
    Test number
    940601458355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail49,512 miles2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,512 miles
    Test number
    982070658335
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront pulley knocking and a/c belt adrift

Questions about LB55 DXA

Does LB55 DXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 DXA is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 DXA?
The MOT on LB55 DXA is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 DXA done?
LB55 DXA was recorded at 223,528 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 9,888 miles a year.
Has LB55 DXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 DXA has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 DXA 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 DXA find?
LB55 DXA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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