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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 PUOMOT history

LB55 PUO is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 209,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 31 May 2025
Mileage
209,474 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2024
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 PUO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 PUO was last recorded at 209,474 miles on 1 Jun 2024, 10,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,743 miles · 16 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
10,731 miles
Average per year
8,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 209,474 miles
  • 2023 – 198,743 miles
  • 2022 – 192,949 miles
  • 2021 – 187,330 miles
  • 2019 – 165,372 miles
  • 2018 – 160,319 miles
  • 2017 – 155,220 miles
  • 2016 – 143,945 miles
  • 2015 – 130,693 miles
  • 2013 – 118,063 miles
  • 2012 – 107,485 miles
  • 2011 – 98,567 miles
  • 2010 – 90,962 miles
  • 2009 – 81,377 miles
  • 2008 – 71,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,474 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,474 miles (+10,731)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    209,474 miles
    Test number
    390570634689
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass198,743 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    198,743 miles
    Test number
    239091800592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  3. Fail198,742 miles (+5,793)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,742 miles
    Test number
    391410761293
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  4. Pass192,949 miles (+5,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    192,949 miles
    Test number
    692401711447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass187,330 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    187,330 miles
    Test number
    348921197116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail187,323 miles (+21,951)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,323 miles
    Test number
    208347304425
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass165,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    165,372 miles
    Test number
    995420611973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail165,371 miles (+5,052)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,371 miles
    Test number
    684793479373
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp with rear fog light (4.3.3 (b))

  9. Pass160,319 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    160,319 miles
    Test number
    385372663289
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail160,319 miles (+5,099)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,319 miles
    Test number
    972573883934
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass155,220 miles (+11,275)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    155,220 miles
    Test number
    706313032939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass143,945 miles (+246)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    143,945 miles
    Test number
    367213467249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail143,699 miles (+13,006)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,699 miles
    Test number
    710801090592
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass130,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    130,693 miles
    Test number
    739038445012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail130,693 miles (+12,630)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,693 miles
    Test number
    185658345096
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass118,063 miles (+10,578)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    118,063 miles
    Test number
    819224123383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass107,485 miles (+8,918)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    107,485 miles
    Test number
    456728542454
    • 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)

  18. Pass98,567 miles (+7,605)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    98,567 miles
    Test number
    768135651347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass90,962 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    90,962 miles
    Test number
    880632650314
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWasher bottle requires screen wash addative

  20. Fail90,962 miles (+9,585)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,962 miles
    Test number
    772632850349
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass81,377 miles (+9,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    81,377 miles
    Test number
    141535649345
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass71,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    71,933 miles
    Test number
    102283358347
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB55 PUO

Does LB55 PUO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 PUO expired on 31 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 PUO?
The MOT on LB55 PUO expired on 31 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 PUO done?
LB55 PUO was recorded at 209,474 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2024, an average of 8,901 miles a year.
Has LB55 PUO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 PUO has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 PUO 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 PUO find?
LB55 PUO passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2024 with 7 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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