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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LB55 UCTMOT history

LB55 UCT is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 29 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
108,031 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,011 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 UCT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 UCT was last recorded at 108,031 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 2,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,096 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,935 miles
Average per year
5,011 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,031 miles
  • 2025 – 105,096 miles
  • 2024 – 100,359 miles
  • 2023 – 93,928 miles
  • 2022 – 86,684 miles
  • 2021 – 79,402 miles
  • 2020 – 74,483 miles
  • 2019 – 67,927 miles
  • 2018 – 60,884 miles
  • 2017 – 57,077 miles
  • 2015 – 50,789 miles
  • 2014 – 46,043 miles
  • 2013 – 42,128 miles
  • 2012 – 37,737 miles
  • 2011 – 32,723 miles
  • 2010 – 28,570 miles
  • 2009 – 25,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,031 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Handbrake Requires Attention

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,031 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    108,031 miles
    Test number
    454292990127
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail108,031 miles (+2,935)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,031 miles
    Test number
    670118058309
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass105,096 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    105,096 miles
    Test number
    142626274707
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail105,096 miles (+4,737)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,096 miles
    Test number
    475301614931
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass100,359 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    100,359 miles
    Test number
    431363620361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake Requires Attention
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail100,359 miles (+6,431)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,359 miles
    Test number
    757349654435
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Sun Visor Will Not Stow (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake Requires Attention
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass93,928 miles (+7,244)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    93,928 miles
    Test number
    100319538666
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear door has damage

  8. Pass86,684 miles (+7,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    86,684 miles
    Test number
    848078201619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Indicator discoloured .

  9. Pass79,402 miles (+4,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    79,402 miles
    Test number
    849058244431
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass74,483 miles (+108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    74,483 miles
    Test number
    812570788675
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail74,375 miles (+6,448)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,375 miles
    Test number
    659395961571
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (outer sidewall marked with crayon) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (3.0mm nail in tread) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass67,927 miles (+7,043)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,927 miles
    Test number
    694216534040
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Pass60,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    60,884 miles
    Test number
    781907673237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail60,884 miles (+3,807)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,884 miles
    Test number
    253511861589
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass57,077 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,077 miles
    Test number
    454245099914
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear has nail in it

  16. Fail57,077 miles (+6,288)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,077 miles
    Test number
    613617720588
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear has nail in it

  17. Pass50,789 miles (+4,746)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    50,789 miles
    Test number
    685574095113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  18. Pass46,043 miles (+3,915)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    46,043 miles
    Test number
    219054504224
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass42,128 miles (+4,391)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    42,128 miles
    Test number
    947070913277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  20. Pass37,737 miles (+5,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    37,737 miles
    Test number
    307833412261
    • 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)

  21. Pass32,723 miles (+53)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    32,723 miles
    Test number
    385341321219
    • NoteRear brake disc's corroded

  22. Fail32,670 miles (+4,100)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,670 miles
    Test number
    275889501254
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteRear brake disc's corroded

  23. Pass28,570 miles (+3,284)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    28,570 miles
    Test number
    304239700239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,286 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,286 miles
    Test number
    583991219274
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB55 UCT

Does LB55 UCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 UCT is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 UCT?
The MOT on LB55 UCT is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 UCT done?
LB55 UCT was recorded at 108,031 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 5,011 miles a year.
Has LB55 UCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 UCT has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 UCT 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 UCT find?
LB55 UCT passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear tyre obviously under inflated; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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