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BMW X3

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LB55 JKUMOT history

LB55 JKU is a silver diesel BMW X3 first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 129,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
129,411 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 JKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 JKU was last recorded at 129,411 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,367 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
5,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,411 miles
  • 2024 – 123,268 miles
  • 2022 – 117,068 miles
  • 2021 – 111,399 miles
  • 2020 – 105,289 miles
  • 2019 – 101,157 miles
  • 2018 – 98,369 miles
  • 2017 – 93,369 miles
  • 2016 – 83,803 miles
  • 2015 – 75,552 miles
  • 2014 – 68,429 miles
  • 2013 – 53,905 miles
  • 2012 – 37,999 miles
  • 2010 – 35,080 miles
  • 2009 – 28,653 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,411 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 has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BALD on edges (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,411 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    129,411 miles
    Test number
    390433530365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail129,367 miles (+6,099)8 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,367 miles
    Test number
    752828362218
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative on lower arm (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front 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 chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides bump stops broken
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield insecure
  3. Pass123,268 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    123,268 miles
    Test number
    144987648016
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Fail123,265 miles (+6,197)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,265 miles
    Test number
    510981980489
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front brake backing plate loose
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass117,068 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    117,068 miles
    Test number
    247039654459
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail117,064 miles (+5,665)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,064 miles
    Test number
    145301486189
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass111,399 miles (+6,110)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    111,399 miles
    Test number
    139516906455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,289 miles (+4,132)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    105,289 miles
    Test number
    319100434885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,157 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,157 miles
    Test number
    485734395572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,156 miles (+2,787)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,156 miles
    Test number
    752579912304
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  11. Pass98,369 miles (+5,000)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,369 miles
    Test number
    484093343624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass93,369 miles (+9,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    93,369 miles
    Test number
    148356328749
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass83,803 miles (+113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    83,803 miles
    Test number
    112837683599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BALD on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Fail83,690 miles (+8,138)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,690 miles
    Test number
    611577158456
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BALD on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass75,552 miles (+7,123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,552 miles
    Test number
    715483415011
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
  16. Pass68,429 miles (+14,524)2 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,429 miles
    Test number
    129223114025
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoot space full at time of test.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre (as marked).
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged (not deep enough to expose the cords). Tread on 3mm - 4mm and tyre low on inner and outer edges.
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer sidewall damaged and split (not deep enough to expose the cords). Tread on 2mm - 3mm and tyre low on inner and outer edges.
    • NotePLEASE NOTE:No emissions printout due to emissions too low to be read by EGA at time of test.
    • NoteTYRE SIZE (Front) = 235/45R19 95W.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass53,905 miles (+15,906)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    53,905 miles
    Test number
    695612703003
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass37,999 miles (+2,919)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    37,999 miles
    Test number
    879555402098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,080 miles (+3,156)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    35,080 miles
    Test number
    464265950445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,924 miles (+3,271)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    31,924 miles
    Test number
    430245100092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    28,653 miles
    Test number
    993591829081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 JKU

Does LB55 JKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 JKU is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB55 JKU?
The MOT on LB55 JKU is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 JKU done?
LB55 JKU was recorded at 129,411 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 5,987 miles a year.
Has LB55 JKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 JKU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 JKU 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 JKU find?
LB55 JKU passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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