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BMW 3 Series

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LM55 ZBCMOT history

LM55 ZBC is a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 151,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

LM55 ZBC red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
151,956 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM55 ZBC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM55 ZBC was last recorded at 151,956 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 7,169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,787 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,169 miles
Average per year
6,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,956 miles
  • 2025 – 144,787 miles
  • 2024 – 137,073 miles
  • 2023 – 129,609 miles
  • 2022 – 124,207 miles
  • 2021 – 116,917 miles
  • 2020 – 111,665 miles
  • 2019 – 105,697 miles
  • 2018 – 99,381 miles
  • 2017 – 93,047 miles
  • 2016 – 87,948 miles
  • 2015 – 81,863 miles
  • 2014 – 76,409 miles
  • 2013 – 68,365 miles
  • 2012 – 63,190 miles
  • 2011 – 57,766 miles
  • 2010 – 51,745 miles
  • 2009 – 46,201 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,956 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor8 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,956 miles (+7,169)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    151,956 miles
    Test number
    727947490139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass144,787 miles (+110)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    144,787 miles
    Test number
    666699718723
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail144,677 miles (+7,604)3 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,677 miles
    Test number
    441269076773
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass137,073 miles (+7,464)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    137,073 miles
    Test number
    198545980225
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge plus small cut/damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass129,609 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    129,609 miles
    Test number
    590452270569
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail129,608 miles (+5,401)2 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,608 miles
    Test number
    491917478220
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass124,207 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    124,207 miles
    Test number
    414358708754
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  8. Fail124,207 miles (+7,290)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,207 miles
    Test number
    389447177385
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut inner edge where tyre is devoid of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  9. Pass116,917 miles (+5,252)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,917 miles
    Test number
    724163006010
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass111,665 miles (+68)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    111,665 miles
    Test number
    970616645477
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail111,597 miles (+5,900)2 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,597 miles
    Test number
    222516806581
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking around fuel tank area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge where devoid of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge where devoid of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  12. Pass105,697 miles (+6,316)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    105,697 miles
    Test number
    170952964434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass99,381 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    99,381 miles
    Test number
    843164337852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail99,381 miles (+6,334)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,381 miles
    Test number
    117236879213
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass93,047 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    93,047 miles
    Test number
    194021320475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank has light misting of oil on and around it

  16. Fail93,047 miles (+5,099)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,047 miles
    Test number
    648175669532
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank has light misting of oil on and around it

  17. Pass87,948 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    87,948 miles
    Test number
    387464595993
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail87,948 miles (+6,085)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,948 miles
    Test number
    932800289179
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass81,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    81,863 miles
    Test number
    267129405062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail81,863 miles (+5,454)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,863 miles
    Test number
    547809205079
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass76,409 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    76,409 miles
    Test number
    119444624076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail76,409 miles (+8,044)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,409 miles
    Test number
    665083024015
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass68,365 miles (+5,175)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    68,365 miles
    Test number
    485616933016
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

  24. Pass63,190 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    63,190 miles
    Test number
    177136522042
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

  25. Fail63,190 miles (+5,424)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,190 miles
    Test number
    506796222047
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

  26. Pass57,766 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    57,766 miles
    Test number
    797151441078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail57,766 miles (+6,021)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,766 miles
    Test number
    617511441044
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass51,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    51,745 miles
    Test number
    294785230006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail51,745 miles (+5,544)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,745 miles
    Test number
    840145830036
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  30. Pass46,201 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,201 miles
    Test number
    574782549098
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly delaminated

Questions about LM55 ZBC

Does LM55 ZBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM55 ZBC is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM55 ZBC?
The MOT on LM55 ZBC is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM55 ZBC done?
LM55 ZBC was recorded at 151,956 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 6,240 miles a year.
Has LM55 ZBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM55 ZBC has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LM55 ZBC 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 LM55 ZBC find?
LM55 ZBC passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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