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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 LXEMOT history

LB55 LXE is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 95,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2025
Mileage
95,068 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 LXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 LXE was last recorded at 95,068 miles on 15 Mar 2024, 7,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,727 miles · 17 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
7,341 miles
Average per year
4,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 95,068 miles
  • 2023 – 87,727 miles
  • 2022 – 75,746 miles
  • 2021 – 69,614 miles
  • 2019 – 63,411 miles
  • 2018 – 58,955 miles
  • 2017 – 53,643 miles
  • 2016 – 49,682 miles
  • 2015 – 48,886 miles
  • 2014 – 46,515 miles
  • 2013 – 43,576 miles
  • 2012 – 41,790 miles
  • 2011 – 38,428 miles
  • 2010 – 35,573 miles
  • 2009 – 28,936 miles
  • 2008 – 22,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,068 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCentral Non Obligatory mirror slightly loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Reverse lights not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass95,068 miles (+7,341)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    95,068 miles
    Test number
    659654957721
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Non Obligatory mirror slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass87,727 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    87,727 miles
    Test number
    573616917560
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • 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 Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail87,727 miles (+11,981)1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,727 miles
    Test number
    481114470398
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • 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 Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,746 miles (+6,132)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    75,746 miles
    Test number
    848719669589
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass69,614 miles (+51)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    69,614 miles
    Test number
    171255493911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail69,563 miles (+6,152)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,563 miles
    Test number
    287490586151
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass63,411 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    63,411 miles
    Test number
    819091516813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40r18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel rim is damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  8. Fail63,408 miles (+4,453)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,408 miles
    Test number
    609269249470
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sidelamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted restricting testers view

  9. Pass58,955 miles (+5,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,955 miles
    Test number
    472674548625
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  10. Pass53,643 miles (+3,961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    53,643 miles
    Test number
    603146856344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass49,682 miles (+796)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,682 miles
    Test number
    665211599354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,886 miles (+2,371)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    48,886 miles
    Test number
    277344567838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,515 miles (+2,939)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    46,515 miles
    Test number
    668339924356
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass43,576 miles (+1,786)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    43,576 miles
    Test number
    649943233353
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteMiddle exhaust box rattling

  15. Pass41,790 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    41,790 miles
    Test number
    168705952308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail41,787 miles (+3,359)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,787 miles
    Test number
    536274352340
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass38,428 miles (+2,855)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,428 miles
    Test number
    248699731373
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  18. Pass35,573 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    35,573 miles
    Test number
    714585430353
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low edges.
    • NoteNoise steering column on operation.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  19. Fail35,573 miles (+6,637)4 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,573 miles
    Test number
    851285230367
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low edges.
    • NoteNoise steering column on operation.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  20. Pass28,936 miles (+6,444)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,936 miles
    Test number
    120171739371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    22,492 miles
    Test number
    363372338392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 LXE

Does LB55 LXE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 LXE expired on 16 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 LXE?
The MOT on LB55 LXE expired on 16 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 LXE done?
LB55 LXE was recorded at 95,068 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2024, an average of 4,745 miles a year.
Has LB55 LXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 LXE has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 LXE 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 LXE find?
LB55 LXE passed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2024 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central non obligatory mirror slightly loose, and 4 more.

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