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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 GVCMOT history

LB55 GVC is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 164,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2026
Mileage
164,762 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 GVC
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
28 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 GVC was last recorded at 164,762 miles on 14 Mar 2025, 15,703 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,059 miles · 26 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
15,703 miles
Average per year
7,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,762 miles
  • 2024 – 149,059 miles
  • 2023 – 137,763 miles
  • 2021 – 122,860 miles
  • 2020 – 114,075 miles
  • 2019 – 105,141 miles
  • 2018 – 98,559 miles
  • 2017 – 90,452 miles
  • 2016 – 83,976 miles
  • 2015 – 75,542 miles
  • 2014 – 67,914 miles
  • 2013 – 61,565 miles
  • 2012 – 56,453 miles
  • 2011 – 53,281 miles
  • 2010 – 49,854 miles
  • 2009 – 45,013 miles
  • 2008 – 37,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,762 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertray fitted I can't check engine.
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Corrosion on underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,762 miles (+15,703)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    164,762 miles
    Test number
    374938558516
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted I can't check engine.
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass149,059 miles (+11,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    149,059 miles
    Test number
    528321000975
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass137,763 miles (+269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    137,763 miles
    Test number
    602789801900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Fail137,494 miles (+14,634)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,494 miles
    Test number
    860777441828
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall and scuffed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass122,860 miles (+67)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    122,860 miles
    Test number
    810846340482
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on underside

  6. Fail122,793 miles (+8,718)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,793 miles
    Test number
    352394114985
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on underside

  7. Pass114,075 miles (+8,934)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,075 miles
    Test number
    610287075770
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion present

  8. Pass105,141 miles (+6,582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    105,141 miles
    Test number
    954833337755
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass98,559 miles (+8,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    98,559 miles
    Test number
    556919130603
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perished

  10. Pass90,452 miles (+6,476)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    90,452 miles
    Test number
    597207544348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad wear indicator wire hanging out of pad
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front brake hoses starting to perrish
    • AdvisoryDamp over offside rear of fuel tank
    • AdvisoryProp shaft rear guebo rubber joint starting to perish / split

  11. Pass83,976 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    83,976 miles
    Test number
    560639240252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,898 miles (+8,356)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,898 miles
    Test number
    512584704958
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass75,542 miles (+7,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    75,542 miles
    Test number
    971265763886
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on legal limit

  14. Pass67,914 miles (+6,349)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,914 miles
    Test number
    665327894200
    • NoteO.s.r. brake pad sensor not fitted.

  15. Pass61,565 miles (+5,112)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    61,565 miles
    Test number
    767702103364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass56,453 miles (+3,172)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    56,453 miles
    Test number
    237086602321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,281 miles
    Test number
    728114401352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,281 miles (+3,427)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,281 miles
    Test number
    445204201419
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass49,854 miles (+4,841)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    49,854 miles
    Test number
    902217000339
    • NoteRear brake pads down to 4mm

  20. Pass45,013 miles (+7,285)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    45,013 miles
    Test number
    600376809380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,728 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,728 miles
    Test number
    302839168466
    • 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)

Questions about LB55 GVC

Does LB55 GVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 GVC expired on 13 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 GVC?
The MOT on LB55 GVC expired on 13 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 GVC done?
LB55 GVC was recorded at 164,762 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2025, an average of 7,715 miles a year.
Has LB55 GVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 GVC has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 GVC 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 GVC find?
LB55 GVC passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2025 with 9 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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