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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 LXNMOT history

LB55 LXN is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 128,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2023
Mileage
128,699 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,219 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 LXN
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
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 LXN was last recorded at 128,699 miles on 11 Oct 2022, 2,158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,541 miles · 5 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
2,158 miles
Average per year
6,219 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 128,699 miles
  • 2021 – 126,541 miles
  • 2020 – 123,799 miles
  • 2019 – 120,325 miles
  • 2018 – 117,785 miles
  • 2017 – 114,677 miles
  • 2016 – 111,841 miles
  • 2015 – 109,758 miles
  • 2014 – 106,456 miles
  • 2013 – 103,635 miles
  • 2012 – 97,265 miles
  • 2011 – 77,709 miles
  • 2010 – 61,602 miles
  • 2008 – 42,508 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,699 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,699 miles (+2,158)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    128,699 miles
    Test number
    739171186971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass126,541 miles (+2,742)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    126,541 miles
    Test number
    739086378373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,799 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    123,799 miles
    Test number
    133561217205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail123,789 miles (+3,464)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,789 miles
    Test number
    792840461816
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass120,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    120,325 miles
    Test number
    350417123415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail120,325 miles (+2,540)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,325 miles
    Test number
    684975199608
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass117,785 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    117,785 miles
    Test number
    561512947343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail117,784 miles (+3,107)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,784 miles
    Test number
    335946178404
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass114,677 miles (+2,836)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    114,677 miles
    Test number
    179495329890
    • AdvisoryAir intake boot to airbox insecure
    • AdvisoryEngine under trays insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak Around sump area

  10. Pass111,841 miles (+2,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    111,841 miles
    Test number
    658664821158
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays insecure

  11. Pass109,758 miles (+3,302)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    109,758 miles
    Test number
    302032884426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass106,456 miles (+2,821)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    106,456 miles
    Test number
    236613284287
    • NoteCondensation in n/s headlamp

  13. Pass103,635 miles (+6,370)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    103,635 miles
    Test number
    426033373243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,265 miles (+1,762)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    97,265 miles
    Test number
    126686382215
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail95,503 miles (+2,842)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,503 miles
    Test number
    335439412279
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass92,661 miles (+14,952)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    92,661 miles
    Test number
    578556012102
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass77,709 miles (+16,107)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    77,709 miles
    Test number
    249218811178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,602 miles (+19,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    61,602 miles
    Test number
    932332610179
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Pass42,508 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,508 miles
    Test number
    214616838380
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB55 LXN

Does LB55 LXN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 LXN expired on 11 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 LXN?
The MOT on LB55 LXN expired on 11 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 LXN done?
LB55 LXN was recorded at 128,699 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2022, an average of 6,219 miles a year.
Has LB55 LXN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 LXN has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LB55 LXN 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 LXN find?
LB55 LXN passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; oil leak, but not excessive.

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