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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 LXVMOT history

LB55 LXV is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2025 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 72,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2025
Mileage
72,575 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2024
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 LXV
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 7 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB55 LXV was last recorded at 72,575 miles on 14 Nov 2024, 74 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,501 miles · 7 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
74 miles
Average per year
3,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 72,575 miles
  • 2023 – 70,286 miles
  • 2022 – 67,813 miles
  • 2021 – 65,958 miles
  • 2020 – 64,840 miles
  • 2019 – 62,572 miles
  • 2018 – 60,025 miles
  • 2017 – 59,086 miles
  • 2016 – 55,009 miles
  • 2015 – 51,275 miles
  • 2014 – 46,293 miles
  • 2013 – 42,194 miles
  • 2012 – 35,837 miles
  • 2011 – 30,435 miles
  • 2010 – 26,594 miles
  • 2009 – 21,260 miles
  • 2008 – 13,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail72,575 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody & sill covers fitted obstructing some areas

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail72,575 miles (+74)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,575 miles
    Test number
    300248162734
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody & sill covers fitted obstructing some areas
  2. Pass72,501 miles (+2,215)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    72,501 miles
    Test number
    901856404696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,286 miles (+2,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    70,286 miles
    Test number
    224343642369
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass67,813 miles (+1,855)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    67,813 miles
    Test number
    976897982359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,958 miles (+1,118)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,958 miles
    Test number
    452868346411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass64,840 miles (+2,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    64,840 miles
    Test number
    330055393021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass62,572 miles (+2,547)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,572 miles
    Test number
    461734064681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,025 miles (+939)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,025 miles
    Test number
    568868420124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,086 miles (+4,077)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    59,086 miles
    Test number
    219952097363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,009 miles (+3,734)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    55,009 miles
    Test number
    266722161403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,275 miles (+4,982)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    51,275 miles
    Test number
    458968110224
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryChild seats
  12. Pass46,293 miles (+4,099)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    46,293 miles
    Test number
    607584754372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,194 miles (+6,357)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,194 miles
    Test number
    325762153381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,837 miles (+5,402)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    35,837 miles
    Test number
    697862952329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,435 miles (+3,841)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    30,435 miles
    Test number
    839723851321
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection
  16. Pass26,594 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    26,594 miles
    Test number
    372444650348
    • NotePlastic cover fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection
  17. Fail26,588 miles (+5,328)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,588 miles
    Test number
    451124550441
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NotePlastic cover fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection
  18. Pass21,260 miles (+8,097)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    21,260 miles
    Test number
    553541149339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    13,163 miles
    Test number
    442157948392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 LXV

Does LB55 LXV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 LXV expired on 7 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 LXV?
The MOT on LB55 LXV expired on 7 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 LXV done?
LB55 LXV was recorded at 72,575 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2024, an average of 3,731 miles a year.
Has LB55 LXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 LXV has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 LXV 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 LXV find?
LB55 LXV failed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2024 with 1 major defect and 1 advisory: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; underbody & sill covers fitted obstructing some areas.

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