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BMW X3

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LB55 TEYMOT history

LB55 TEY is a silver diesel BMW X3 first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
125,212 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 TEY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 TEY was last recorded at 125,212 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 5,930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,282 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,930 miles
Average per year
5,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,212 miles
  • 2025 – 119,282 miles
  • 2024 – 114,522 miles
  • 2023 – 113,891 miles
  • 2022 – 110,313 miles
  • 2021 – 104,015 miles
  • 2020 – 99,688 miles
  • 2018 – 95,215 miles
  • 2017 – 85,745 miles
  • 2016 – 81,560 miles
  • 2015 – 76,132 miles
  • 2014 – 69,834 miles
  • 2013 – 64,458 miles
  • 2012 – 57,222 miles
  • 2011 – 50,380 miles
  • 2009 – 42,392 miles
  • 2008 – 33,689 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,212 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front both sides tyres low wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Signs of oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,212 miles (+5,930)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    125,212 miles
    Test number
    353443563167
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass119,282 miles (+4,760)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    119,282 miles
    Test number
    250835669099
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,522 miles (+631)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    114,522 miles
    Test number
    625005788883
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,891 miles (+3,578)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    113,891 miles
    Test number
    316232826094
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and full under-trays/shields/covers fitted obscuring viewing some testable components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass110,313 miles (+6,298)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,313 miles
    Test number
    130665859872
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass104,015 miles (+4,327)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,015 miles
    Test number
    345470300701
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass99,688 miles (+4,473)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,688 miles
    Test number
    448229831832
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windscreen

  8. Pass95,215 miles (+4,634)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    95,215 miles
    Test number
    833664313427
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass90,581 miles (+4,836)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    90,581 miles
    Test number
    836465745154
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror insecure slightly
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen

  10. Pass85,745 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    85,745 miles
    Test number
    764414427438
    • AdvisoryFront both sides tyres low wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted obstructing view of components
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak

  11. Fail85,726 miles (+4,166)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,726 miles
    Test number
    920939214322
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end has had excessive heat applied (2.2.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end has had excessive heat applied (2.2.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront both sides tyres low wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted obstructing view of components
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak

  12. Pass81,560 miles (+5,428)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    81,560 miles
    Test number
    593657689749
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront both sides tyres low tread and heavily worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted unable to fully inspect seat belt
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met requirement advise inspection

  13. Pass76,132 miles (+6,298)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,132 miles
    Test number
    838077605008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,834 miles (+5,376)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    69,834 miles
    Test number
    727876004083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,458 miles (+7,236)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    64,458 miles
    Test number
    938814403033
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail57,222 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,222 miles
    Test number
    175756202436
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges may need tracking adjustment

  17. Pass57,222 miles (+6,842)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    57,222 miles
    Test number
    196576502025
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges may need tracking adjustment

  18. Pass50,380 miles (+7,988)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    50,380 miles
    Test number
    495865041057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,392 miles (+8,703)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    42,392 miles
    Test number
    933438049386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,689 miles
    Test number
    474552858460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 TEY

Does LB55 TEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 TEY is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 TEY?
The MOT on LB55 TEY is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 TEY done?
LB55 TEY was recorded at 125,212 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 5,201 miles a year.
Has LB55 TEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 TEY has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2017.
Has the mileage on LB55 TEY 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 TEY find?
LB55 TEY passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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