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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 GXUMOT history

LR55 GXU is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 183,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2022.

LR55 GXU grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2023
Mileage
183,502 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2022
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,912 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 GXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 GXU was last recorded at 183,502 miles on 25 Jan 2022, 630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,872 miles · 9 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
630 miles
Average per year
9,912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 183,502 miles
  • 2020 – 182,872 miles
  • 2019 – 176,075 miles
  • 2018 – 172,027 miles
  • 2016 – 167,828 miles
  • 2015 – 163,135 miles
  • 2014 – 150,723 miles
  • 2013 – 137,266 miles
  • 2012 – 124,359 miles
  • 2011 – 104,823 miles
  • 2010 – 82,457 miles
  • 2009 – 70,801 miles
  • 2008 – 51,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,502 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,502 miles (+630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    183,502 miles
    Test number
    527233204637
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass182,872 miles (+2,474)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    182,872 miles
    Test number
    449009463373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass180,398 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    180,398 miles
    Test number
    221070277354
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail180,396 miles (+4,321)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,396 miles
    Test number
    525395321603
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside and nearside front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass176,075 miles (+4,048)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    176,075 miles
    Test number
    119716225226
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass172,027 miles (+4,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    172,027 miles
    Test number
    554304456769
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (2.7.3)

  7. Pass167,828 miles (+4,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    167,828 miles
    Test number
    861002064029
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass163,135 miles (+12,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    163,135 miles
    Test number
    666650433612
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass150,723 miles (+13,457)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    150,723 miles
    Test number
    587228524355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail137,266 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,266 miles
    Test number
    465796103320
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  11. Pass137,266 miles (+12,907)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    137,266 miles
    Test number
    717906103370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass124,359 miles (+19,536)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    124,359 miles
    Test number
    785513992263
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass104,823 miles (+22,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    104,823 miles
    Test number
    806251891226
    • 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)

  14. Pass82,457 miles (+11,656)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    82,457 miles
    Test number
    990639780249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    70,801 miles
    Test number
    193526369248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail70,801 miles (+19,483)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,801 miles
    Test number
    763476869202
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass51,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    51,318 miles
    Test number
    440728168297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 GXU

Does LR55 GXU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 GXU expired on 24 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 GXU?
The MOT on LR55 GXU expired on 24 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 GXU done?
LR55 GXU was recorded at 183,502 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2022, an average of 9,912 miles a year.
Has LR55 GXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 GXU has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on LR55 GXU 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 GXU find?
LR55 GXU passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2022 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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