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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 LVPMOT history

LB55 LVP is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 140,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2026
Mileage
140,830 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 LVP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2026
Latest MOT test
6 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 LVP was last recorded at 140,830 miles on 6 May 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,823 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,830 miles
  • 2024 – 118,503 miles
  • 2023 – 48,821 miles
  • 2022 – 48,345 miles
  • 2021 – 48,094 miles
  • 2020 – 47,879 miles
  • 2019 – 46,687 miles
  • 2018 – 45,510 miles
  • 2017 – 44,360 miles
  • 2016 – 43,239 miles
  • 2015 – 42,243 miles
  • 2014 – 41,014 miles
  • 2013 – 38,613 miles
  • 2012 – 37,404 miles
  • 2011 – 36,545 miles
  • 2010 – 35,360 miles
  • 2009 – 34,283 miles
  • 2008 – 28,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,830 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • ENGINE COVER FITTED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,830 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    140,830 miles
    Test number
    273857224525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail140,823 miles (+22,320)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,823 miles
    Test number
    606813040970
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass118,503 miles (+69,682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    118,503 miles
    Test number
    878749565010
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion underside of vehicle.

  4. Pass48,821 miles (+476)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    48,821 miles
    Test number
    121364633584
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  5. Pass48,345 miles (+251)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    48,345 miles
    Test number
    851600332929
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass48,094 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2022
    Odometer
    48,094 miles
    Test number
    771438046451
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail48,094 miles (+215)2 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,094 miles
    Test number
    288506821499
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass47,879 miles (+1,192)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2021
    Odometer
    47,879 miles
    Test number
    758483724178
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass46,687 miles (+1,177)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2020
    Odometer
    46,687 miles
    Test number
    360158502495
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output MINOR GLAZED EFFECT (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output MINOR GLAZED AFFECT (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  10. Pass45,510 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,510 miles
    Test number
    395263087469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail45,508 miles (+1,148)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,508 miles
    Test number
    690819716753
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged leaking (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass44,360 miles (+1,121)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,360 miles
    Test number
    622114274528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass43,239 miles (+996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    43,239 miles
    Test number
    748651445679
    • AdvisoryAll discs corroded

  14. Pass42,243 miles (+1,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    42,243 miles
    Test number
    495954235123
    • 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)

  15. Pass41,014 miles (+2,401)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    41,014 miles
    Test number
    926399034115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,613 miles (+1,209)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,613 miles
    Test number
    767907323127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,404 miles (+859)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    37,404 miles
    Test number
    297864342195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,545 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,545 miles
    Test number
    979566261186
    • 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)

  19. Fail36,545 miles (+1,185)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,545 miles
    Test number
    968196461145
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass35,360 miles (+1,077)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    35,360 miles
    Test number
    303753570188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,283 miles (+5,848)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,283 miles
    Test number
    121807989100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    28,435 miles
    Test number
    832552938368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 LVP

Does LB55 LVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 LVP expired on 5 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 LVP?
The MOT on LB55 LVP expired on 5 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 LVP done?
LB55 LVP was recorded at 140,830 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2025, an average of 6,837 miles a year.
Has LB55 LVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 LVP has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 LVP 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 LVP find?
LB55 LVP passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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