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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,171 cc

LR55 VWXMOT history

LR55 VWX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 128,957 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2022.

LR55 VWX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2023
Mileage
128,957 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VWX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VWX was last recorded at 128,957 miles on 29 Jan 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,952 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 128,957 miles
  • 2020 – 126,700 miles
  • 2019 – 122,534 miles
  • 2018 – 108,393 miles
  • 2017 – 97,609 miles
  • 2016 – 95,487 miles
  • 2015 – 91,880 miles
  • 2014 – 84,141 miles
  • 2013 – 73,100 miles
  • 2012 – 62,786 miles
  • 2011 – 52,012 miles
  • 2010 – 41,826 miles
  • 2009 – 30,803 miles
  • 2008 – 19,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,957 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,957 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,957 miles
    Test number
    464597469053
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail128,952 miles (+2,252)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,952 miles
    Test number
    821446473995
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick + WEAR INDICATOR LIGHT ON. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass126,700 miles (+4,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    126,700 miles
    Test number
    618538450565
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning lamp on.
    • AdvisoryTPM system Warning lamp on.

  4. Pass122,534 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    122,534 miles
    Test number
    828176504502
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail122,533 miles (+14,140)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,533 miles
    Test number
    801020100567
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass108,393 miles (+10,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,393 miles
    Test number
    702620500079
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,609 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    97,609 miles
    Test number
    264558777416
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  8. Fail97,609 miles (+2,122)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,609 miles
    Test number
    454769828230
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass95,487 miles (+3,607)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    95,487 miles
    Test number
    913139817800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre inner edge of tread starting to show some deterioration
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose close to being excessively deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre inner sidewall starting to show some deterioration

  10. Pass91,880 miles (+7,739)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    91,880 miles
    Test number
    709124405121
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass84,141 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    84,141 miles
    Test number
    336286604187
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail84,141 miles (+11,041)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,141 miles
    Test number
    568286804115
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass73,100 miles (+10,314)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    73,100 miles
    Test number
    908638903132
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner wall cut

  14. Pass62,786 miles2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,786 miles
    Test number
    997528102160
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner wall cut but not down to the cords
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner wall cut but not down to the cords
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner wall cut but not down to the cords
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner wall cut but not down to the cords
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  15. Fail62,786 miles (+10,774)1 failure2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,786 miles
    Test number
    466158902162
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.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)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner wall cut but not down to the cords
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner wall cut but not down to the cords
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner wall cut but not down to the cords
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner wall cut but not down to the cords
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  16. Pass52,012 miles (+10,186)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    52,012 miles
    Test number
    297834601181
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear brake discs

  17. Pass41,826 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    41,826 miles
    Test number
    874500210126
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

  18. Fail41,826 miles (+11,023)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,826 miles
    Test number
    500160310169
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

  19. Pass30,803 miles (+11,584)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    30,803 miles
    Test number
    960261119139
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres perished and outer sidewalls cut

  20. Pass19,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    19,219 miles
    Test number
    940082228151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 VWX

Does LR55 VWX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 VWX expired on 28 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VWX?
The MOT on LR55 VWX expired on 28 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 VWX done?
LR55 VWX was recorded at 128,957 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2022, an average of 7,983 miles a year.
Has LR55 VWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VWX has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 VWX 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 VWX find?
LR55 VWX passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2022 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both.

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