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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LB55 PPUMOT history

LB55 PPU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 283,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 May 2025
Mileage
283,611 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
15,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 PPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2025
Latest MOT test
25 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 PPU was last recorded at 283,611 miles on 25 May 2024, 1,171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
282,440 miles · 17 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,171 miles
Average per year
15,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 283,611 miles
  • 2023 – 282,440 miles
  • 2020 – 263,325 miles
  • 2019 – 257,846 miles
  • 2018 – 244,517 miles
  • 2017 – 227,992 miles
  • 2016 – 212,080 miles
  • 2015 – 193,839 miles
  • 2014 – 179,336 miles
  • 2013 – 156,987 miles
  • 2012 – 133,923 miles
  • 2011 – 107,638 miles
  • 2010 – 87,889 miles
  • 2009 – 70,027 miles
  • 2008 – 46,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass283,611 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement forward (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass283,611 miles (+1,171)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    283,611 miles
    Test number
    658296510033
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass282,440 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    282,440 miles
    Test number
    374002140111
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail282,440 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,440 miles
    Test number
    362626527133
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    749303723624
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass263,325 miles (+5,479)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    263,325 miles
    Test number
    988453045756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass257,846 miles (+13,329)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    257,846 miles
    Test number
    291247544097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass244,517 miles (+16,525)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    244,517 miles
    Test number
    553156638415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass227,992 miles (+15,912)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    227,992 miles
    Test number
    347516959102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass212,080 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    212,080 miles
    Test number
    574256515824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement forward (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail212,072 miles (+18,233)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,072 miles
    Test number
    513956389087
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement forward inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement forward (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass193,839 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    193,839 miles
    Test number
    835201675434
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front brake hoses (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low on min mark
    • AdvisoryFront turbo unit blowing exhaust gases
    • AdvisoryOfside under car exhaust heat sheild damage

  12. Fail193,839 miles (+14,503)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,839 miles
    Test number
    759670549161
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front brake hoses (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low on min mark
    • AdvisoryFront turbo unit blowing exhaust gases
    • AdvisoryOfside under car exhaust heat sheild damage

  13. Pass179,336 miles (+22,349)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    179,336 miles
    Test number
    106850504391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre void of tread on edges

  14. Pass156,987 miles (+23,064)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    156,987 miles
    Test number
    215623603341
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass133,923 miles (+26,285)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    133,923 miles
    Test number
    828491012357
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass107,638 miles (+19,749)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    107,638 miles
    Test number
    328402111323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass87,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    87,889 miles
    Test number
    491167350486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail87,889 miles (+17,862)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,889 miles
    Test number
    490724240437
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  19. Pass70,027 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    70,027 miles
    Test number
    524788649326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail70,027 miles (+23,832)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,027 miles
    Test number
    564868449383
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass46,195 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    46,195 miles
    Test number
    621268948329
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB55 PPU

Does LB55 PPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 PPU expired on 24 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 PPU?
The MOT on LB55 PPU expired on 24 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 PPU done?
LB55 PPU was recorded at 283,611 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2024, an average of 15,370 miles a year.
Has LB55 PPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 PPU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 PPU 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 PPU find?
LB55 PPU passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2024 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear coil spring worn; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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