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BMW X3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LB55 HXZMOT history

LB55 HXZ is a grey petrol BMW X3 first used on 12 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 123,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
123,568 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 HXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 HXZ was last recorded at 123,568 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 924 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,644 miles · 25 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
924 miles
Average per year
6,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,568 miles
  • 2025 – 122,644 miles
  • 2024 – 122,252 miles
  • 2022 – 118,345 miles
  • 2021 – 97,995 miles
  • 2019 – 92,147 miles
  • 2018 – 86,975 miles
  • 2017 – 83,907 miles
  • 2016 – 74,523 miles
  • 2015 – 64,400 miles
  • 2014 – 56,823 miles
  • 2013 – 49,269 miles
  • 2012 – 39,591 miles
  • 2011 – 32,553 miles
  • 2010 – 27,984 miles
  • 2009 – 20,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,568 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor7 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Covers & undertrays obscuring some components

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,568 miles (+924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    123,568 miles
    Test number
    574551371859
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass122,644 miles (+392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    122,644 miles
    Test number
    526205068433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass122,252 miles (+3,907)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    122,252 miles
    Test number
    125037338718
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged bald inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald & close to exposing ply or cords, central 3/4 close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, minimum requirements only just met (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 17% no wheel lock (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass118,345 miles (+3)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    118,345 miles
    Test number
    385626273828
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly loose interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal has a misting of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail118,342 miles (+13,009)9 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,342 miles
    Test number
    748504783781
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp illuminates when position lamps switched on (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine engine oil dripping from various points under vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly loose interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal has a misting of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass105,333 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    105,333 miles
    Test number
    884300530508
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear damaged bumper cover has masking tape applied
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail105,333 miles (+7,338)1 dangerous1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,333 miles
    Test number
    585011536138
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed bald inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass97,995 miles (+5,848)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,995 miles
    Test number
    323531976627
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge / bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass92,147 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,147 miles
    Test number
    266691774970
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner tread, replacement strongly advised (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
  10. Fail92,145 miles (+5,170)1 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,145 miles
    Test number
    233332017866
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed bald inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended does not secure or release (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working offside & nearside, can not hear pump running, NOTE; wiper blade performance NOT tested (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner tread, replacement strongly advised (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
  11. Pass86,975 miles (+259)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    86,975 miles
    Test number
    780300573793
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged splits forming at base of stem (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
  12. Fail86,716 miles (+2,809)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,716 miles
    Test number
    791226401789
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements excessively deteriorated, reflective border around letter 'Z' incomplete (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged splits forming at base of stem (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
  13. Pass83,907 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    83,907 miles
    Test number
    912065257137
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has damage to outer wall but no cords clearly visible
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has slight damage to outer wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A', light scratches but does not seriously affect the view of the road ahead
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryRadiator warning lamp intermittently indicates a fault
  14. Fail83,907 miles (+9,384)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,907 miles
    Test number
    636471995006
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low adjusted lamp, no further fault found (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has damage to outer wall but no cords clearly visible
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has slight damage to outer wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A', light scratches but does not seriously affect the view of the road ahead
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryRadiator warning lamp intermittently indicates a fault
  15. Pass74,523 miles (+1)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    74,523 miles
    Test number
    890938217234
    • DangerousOffside Rear tyre is worn on inner shoulder very close to exposing cord
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate cracked and damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is starting to feather
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  16. Fail74,522 miles (+10,122)1 dangerous1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,522 miles
    Test number
    590852881097
    • DangerousOffside Rear tyre is worn on inner shoulder very close to exposing cord
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed INNER SHOULDER (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate cracked and damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is starting to feather
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  17. Pass64,400 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    64,400 miles
    Test number
    895414214231
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of the adult belt
    • AdvisoryMassive oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is worn on the shoulders
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components
  18. Fail64,399 miles (+7,576)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,399 miles
    Test number
    389869478516
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of the adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are worn and lipped
    • AdvisoryMassive oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is worn on the shoulders
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components
  19. Pass56,823 miles (+7,554)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    56,823 miles
    Test number
    147170634339
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre tread wearing smooth on inner edge of tread .
  20. Pass49,269 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,269 miles
    Test number
    986551083276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteStonechip in windscreen
  21. Fail49,269 miles (+9,678)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,269 miles
    Test number
    339430883481
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteStonechip in windscreen
  22. Pass39,591 miles (+7,038)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    39,591 miles
    Test number
    958612622249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  23. Pass32,553 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    32,553 miles
    Test number
    907304621266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  24. Fail32,553 miles (+4,569)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,553 miles
    Test number
    687493621288
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  25. Pass27,984 miles (+7,022)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,984 miles
    Test number
    354163820246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    20,962 miles
    Test number
    780132139255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 HXZ

Does LB55 HXZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 HXZ is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 HXZ?
The MOT on LB55 HXZ is valid until 24 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 HXZ done?
LB55 HXZ was recorded at 123,568 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 6,248 miles a year.
Has LB55 HXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 HXZ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 HXZ 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 HXZ find?
LB55 HXZ passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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