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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LB55 LVJMOT history

LB55 LVJ is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2023 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 151,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2023
Mileage
151,523 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2022
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 LVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 LVJ was last recorded at 151,523 miles on 20 Oct 2022, 7,693 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,830 miles · 22 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
7,693 miles
Average per year
8,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,523 miles
  • 2021 – 143,830 miles
  • 2020 – 140,070 miles
  • 2019 – 133,538 miles
  • 2018 – 120,650 miles
  • 2017 – 102,323 miles
  • 2016 – 92,757 miles
  • 2015 – 78,030 miles
  • 2014 – 66,554 miles
  • 2012 – 60,118 miles
  • 2011 – 53,513 miles
  • 2010 – 50,081 miles
  • 2009 – 46,693 miles
  • 2008 – 40,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,523 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,523 miles (+7,693)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    151,523 miles
    Test number
    855163894610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass143,830 miles (+41)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    143,830 miles
    Test number
    684024536761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail143,789 miles (+3,719)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,789 miles
    Test number
    550874814574
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass140,070 miles (+6,532)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    140,070 miles
    Test number
    618433151259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel

  5. Pass133,538 miles (+12,888)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    133,538 miles
    Test number
    402609247529
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass120,650 miles (+18,327)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    120,650 miles
    Test number
    975645759335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass102,323 miles (+9,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    102,323 miles
    Test number
    434061545200
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass92,757 miles (+14,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    92,757 miles
    Test number
    201007324984
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass78,030 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,030 miles
    Test number
    395442265057
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  10. Fail78,030 miles (+11,476)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,030 miles
    Test number
    707802965084
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  11. Pass66,554 miles (+6,436)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    66,554 miles
    Test number
    568029964014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass60,118 miles (+6,605)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,118 miles
    Test number
    199012912336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass53,513 miles (+3,432)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,513 miles
    Test number
    667613611357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,081 miles (+3,388)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    50,081 miles
    Test number
    813268430368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,693 miles (+6,023)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    46,693 miles
    Test number
    344116759323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,670 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    40,670 miles
    Test number
    433578348445
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOffside front fog light lense is cracked
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteUndertray fitted

Questions about LB55 LVJ

Does LB55 LVJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 LVJ expired on 25 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 LVJ?
The MOT on LB55 LVJ expired on 25 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 LVJ done?
LB55 LVJ was recorded at 151,523 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2022, an average of 8,003 miles a year.
Has LB55 LVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 LVJ has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB55 LVJ 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 LVJ find?
LB55 LVJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive engine; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both side, and 3 more.

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