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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 LVLMOT history

LB55 LVL is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 114,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
114,998 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 LVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 LVL was last recorded at 114,998 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 2,825 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,173 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,825 miles
Average per year
5,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,998 miles
  • 2025 – 112,173 miles
  • 2023 – 105,849 miles
  • 2022 – 99,858 miles
  • 2021 – 94,652 miles
  • 2020 – 91,984 miles
  • 2019 – 83,944 miles
  • 2018 – 80,159 miles
  • 2017 – 73,556 miles
  • 2016 – 67,201 miles
  • 2015 – 61,084 miles
  • 2014 – 53,936 miles
  • 2013 – 47,573 miles
  • 2012 – 41,434 miles
  • 2011 – 35,096 miles
  • 2010 – 29,470 miles
  • 2009 – 23,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,998 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,998 miles (+2,825)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    114,998 miles
    Test number
    330656314814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass112,173 miles (+6,324)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    112,173 miles
    Test number
    915264191608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass105,849 miles (+5,991)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    105,849 miles
    Test number
    867647390253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,858 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,858 miles
    Test number
    413155131756
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Blade split at both ends (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail99,858 miles (+5,206)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,858 miles
    Test number
    780251613571
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Rubber split and hanging off (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Blade split at both ends (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass94,652 miles (+2,668)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    94,652 miles
    Test number
    423993816258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,984 miles (+8,040)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,984 miles
    Test number
    816272151614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + very perished / cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + very perished / cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass83,944 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    83,944 miles
    Test number
    212977204837
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front perished /cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail83,944 miles (+3,785)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,944 miles
    Test number
    161561058638
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front perished /cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass80,159 miles (+6,603)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,159 miles
    Test number
    210307248676
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH ! Lower arm rear bushes have movement in them (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass73,556 miles (+6,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    73,556 miles
    Test number
    438254543455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass67,201 miles (+6,117)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,201 miles
    Test number
    680891231749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,084 miles (+7,148)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    61,084 miles
    Test number
    918496935138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,936 miles (+6,363)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,936 miles
    Test number
    435300534179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,573 miles (+376)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,573 miles
    Test number
    445002043196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,197 miles (+5,763)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,197 miles
    Test number
    739571933106
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass41,434 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,434 miles
    Test number
    627483742168
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to get low
    • NoteWipers starting to smear

  18. Fail41,434 miles (+6,338)5 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,434 miles
    Test number
    748113542111
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to get low
    • NoteWipers starting to smear

  19. Pass35,096 miles (+5,626)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    35,096 miles
    Test number
    609257221121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,470 miles (+6,180)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,470 miles
    Test number
    203702940155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    23,290 miles
    Test number
    280849029479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 LVL

Does LB55 LVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 LVL is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 LVL?
The MOT on LB55 LVL is valid until 18 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 LVL done?
LB55 LVL was recorded at 114,998 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 5,492 miles a year.
Has LB55 LVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 LVL has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 LVL 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 LVL find?
LB55 LVL passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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