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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 GXLMOT history

LR55 GXL is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 186,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2022.

LR55 GXL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Jul 2023
Mileage
186,932 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 GXL
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
30 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 GXL was last recorded at 186,932 miles on 27 Jul 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,932 miles · 26 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 186,932 miles
  • 2021 – 179,112 miles
  • 2019 – 167,700 miles
  • 2018 – 161,657 miles
  • 2017 – 151,415 miles
  • 2016 – 134,947 miles
  • 2015 – 121,755 miles
  • 2014 – 106,674 miles
  • 2013 – 94,971 miles
  • 2012 – 84,668 miles
  • 2011 – 76,661 miles
  • 2010 – 68,352 miles
  • 2009 – 56,466 miles
  • 2008 – 40,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,932 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/F & O/S/F (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront under the vehicle fitted trayRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear side under the vehicle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel N/S/F & O/S/F (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated ALL BRAKE FLEXI PIPES ARE CRACKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass186,932 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    186,932 miles
    Test number
    892391059484
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/F & O/S/F (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront under the vehicle fitted tray
    • AdvisoryRear side under the vehicle corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel N/S/F & O/S/F (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail186,932 miles (+7,820)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,932 miles
    Test number
    252330533280
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/F & O/S/F (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront under the vehicle fitted tray
    • AdvisoryRear side under the vehicle corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel N/S/F & O/S/F (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass179,112 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    179,112 miles
    Test number
    975998621534
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Fail179,112 miles (+11,412)2 dangerous10 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,112 miles
    Test number
    116575706459
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing not tested
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Pass167,700 miles (+6,043)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    167,700 miles
    Test number
    224546422528
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral under trays restricting view
    • 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass161,657 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    161,657 miles
    Test number
    756306303335
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged DOOR MIRROR DAMAGED (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated ALL BRAKE FLEXI PIPES ARE CRACKING (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryENGINE AND VEHICLE COVERS/UNDER TRAYS FITTED OBSCURING SOME COMPONENTS
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN DOWN LOW ON INNER EDGE OF TREAD PATTERN (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL

  7. Fail161,657 miles (+10,242)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,657 miles
    Test number
    723906698121
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords INNER SIDEWALL OF TYRE (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged DOOR MIRROR DAMAGED (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated ALL BRAKE FLEXI PIPES ARE CRACKING (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryENGINE AND VEHICLE COVERS/UNDER TRAYS FITTED OBSCURING SOME COMPONENTS
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN DOWN LOW ON INNER EDGE OF TREAD PATTERN (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE HAS LITTLE RESERVE TRAVEL

  8. Pass151,415 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    151,415 miles
    Test number
    997582073763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear drive shaft seal weeping
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  9. Fail151,415 miles (+16,468)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,415 miles
    Test number
    298228341636
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear drive shaft seal weeping
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  10. Pass134,947 miles (+13,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    134,947 miles
    Test number
    448876829608
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass121,755 miles (+15,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    121,755 miles
    Test number
    654708961114
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass106,674 miles (+218)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    106,674 miles
    Test number
    788911304333
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail106,456 miles (+11,485)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,456 miles
    Test number
    275485794214
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass94,971 miles (+10,303)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    94,971 miles
    Test number
    728519783242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,668 miles (+8,007)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    84,668 miles
    Test number
    646445982253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth nearside and offside front tyres worn low on inner and outer edges

  16. Pass76,661 miles (+8,309)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    76,661 miles
    Test number
    975857071229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,352 miles (+11,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    68,352 miles
    Test number
    464923790286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass56,466 miles (+15,990)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    56,466 miles
    Test number
    523493659257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront noplate cracked,rear tyres 2&2,5mm

  19. Pass40,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    40,476 miles
    Test number
    450266768213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 GXL

Does LR55 GXL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 GXL expired on 26 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 GXL?
The MOT on LR55 GXL expired on 26 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 GXL done?
LR55 GXL was recorded at 186,932 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2022, an average of 10,580 miles a year.
Has LR55 GXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 GXL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 GXL 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 LR55 GXL find?
LR55 GXL passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2022 with 5 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/f & o/s/f - n/s/r & o/s/r; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f & o/s/f; front under the vehicle fitted tray, and 2 more.

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