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BMW 523

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LB55 HXUMOT history

LB55 HXU is a black petrol BMW 523 first used on 7 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 132,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 May 2026
Mileage
132,615 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 HXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 May 2026
Latest MOT test
10 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 HXU was last recorded at 132,615 miles on 10 May 2025, 7,450 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,165 miles · 11 May 2024
Between the last two tests
7,450 miles
Average per year
6,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,615 miles
  • 2024 – 125,165 miles
  • 2023 – 120,543 miles
  • 2022 – 113,772 miles
  • 2021 – 109,720 miles
  • 2020 – 103,569 miles
  • 2019 – 97,597 miles
  • 2018 – 91,702 miles
  • 2017 – 87,785 miles
  • 2016 – 78,545 miles
  • 2015 – 66,662 miles
  • 2014 – 55,781 miles
  • 2013 – 47,534 miles
  • 2012 – 38,865 miles
  • 2011 – 33,618 miles
  • 2010 – 25,610 miles
  • 2009 – 20,488 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,615 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,615 miles (+7,450)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    132,615 miles
    Test number
    788079014646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass125,165 miles (+4,622)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    125,165 miles
    Test number
    737032008590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass120,543 miles (+6,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    120,543 miles
    Test number
    725357320075
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass113,772 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    113,772 miles
    Test number
    261340634393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail113,772 miles (+4,052)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,772 miles
    Test number
    311706929455
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded too rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded too rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle missing centre (7.1.2 (d))

  6. Pass109,720 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    109,720 miles
    Test number
    610433945258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail109,713 miles (+6,144)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,713 miles
    Test number
    866660756224
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass103,569 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    103,569 miles
    Test number
    380995146753
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Outer edge showing corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer edge showing signs of corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail103,569 miles (+5,972)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,569 miles
    Test number
    109255089861
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Red airbag light on and dash warning message (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Outer edge showing corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer edge showing signs of corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass97,597 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,597 miles
    Test number
    690479148626
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub lower bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub lower bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail97,596 miles (+5,894)4 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,596 miles
    Test number
    504339547158
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub lower bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub lower bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass91,702 miles (+3,917)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    91,702 miles
    Test number
    408299230537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,785 miles (+9,240)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    87,785 miles
    Test number
    606499576244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,545 miles (+11,883)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,545 miles
    Test number
    860208769514
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass66,662 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,662 miles
    Test number
    116462685173
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll 4 tyres wearing on inner edges

  16. Fail66,662 miles (+10,881)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,662 miles
    Test number
    168861085146
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll 4 tyres wearing on inner edges

  17. Pass55,781 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,781 miles
    Test number
    117435654178
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteX4 tyres have worn uneven around inner edges

  18. Fail55,781 miles (+8,247)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,781 miles
    Test number
    375024954119
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteX4 tyres have worn uneven around inner edges

  19. Pass47,534 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,534 miles
    Test number
    275397653131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,486 miles (+8,621)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,486 miles
    Test number
    638446053113
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass38,865 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    38,865 miles
    Test number
    645870162168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,854 miles (+5,236)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,854 miles
    Test number
    209032452122
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass33,618 miles (+8,008)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    33,618 miles
    Test number
    699068831181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,610 miles (+5,122)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    25,610 miles
    Test number
    193144100146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,488 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    20,488 miles
    Test number
    133127659429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail20,477 miles (+21)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,477 miles
    Test number
    330296659003
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail20,456 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,456 miles
    Test number
    142121059038
    • FailureInner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB55 HXU

Does LB55 HXU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 HXU expired on 10 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 HXU?
The MOT on LB55 HXU expired on 10 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 HXU done?
LB55 HXU was recorded at 132,615 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2025, an average of 6,916 miles a year.
Has LB55 HXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 HXU has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 HXU 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 HXU find?
LB55 HXU passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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