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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LR55 VXKMOT history

LR55 VXK is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 140,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2023.

LR55 VXK 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 12 May 2024
Mileage
140,122 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VXK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2024
Latest MOT test
5 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VXK was last recorded at 140,122 miles on 5 May 2023, 6,298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
133,824 miles · 13 May 2022
Between the last two tests
6,298 miles
Average per year
7,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,122 miles
  • 2022 – 133,824 miles
  • 2021 – 129,576 miles
  • 2019 – 124,487 miles
  • 2018 – 119,183 miles
  • 2017 – 111,370 miles
  • 2016 – 101,892 miles
  • 2015 – 91,316 miles
  • 2014 – 81,875 miles
  • 2013 – 70,727 miles
  • 2012 – 59,084 miles
  • 2011 – 50,894 miles
  • 2010 – 43,217 miles
  • 2009 – 35,790 miles
  • 2008 – 28,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,122 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning two opposite lamps operate (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,122 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,122 miles
    Test number
    134477724216
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning two opposite lamps operate (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail140,122 miles (+6,298)3 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,122 miles
    Test number
    759930811203
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning two opposite lamps operate (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,824 miles (+4,248)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    133,824 miles
    Test number
    647860138391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass129,576 miles (+5,089)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    129,576 miles
    Test number
    868113177839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,487 miles (+5,304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    124,487 miles
    Test number
    394386962589
    • AdvisoryAll tyres close to the legal limit

  6. Pass119,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    119,183 miles
    Test number
    712851614685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail119,183 miles (+7,813)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,183 miles
    Test number
    328745790726
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass111,370 miles (+9,478)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    111,370 miles
    Test number
    507991070079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,892 miles (+10,576)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    101,892 miles
    Test number
    744331833341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDpf no smoke

  10. Pass91,316 miles (+9,441)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    91,316 miles
    Test number
    812013328462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,875 miles (+11,148)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    81,875 miles
    Test number
    258180744359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front brake disc slightly worn
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing inner edge

  12. Pass70,727 miles (+11,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,727 miles
    Test number
    937801843337
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass59,084 miles (+8,190)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    59,084 miles
    Test number
    155753542375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,894 miles (+7,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    50,894 miles
    Test number
    378017731339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass43,217 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    43,217 miles
    Test number
    572078430392
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail43,217 miles (+7,427)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,217 miles
    Test number
    344828730351
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass35,790 miles (+7,477)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,790 miles
    Test number
    604117019351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,313 miles
    Test number
    410007818319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 VXK

Does LR55 VXK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 VXK expired on 12 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VXK?
The MOT on LR55 VXK expired on 12 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 VXK done?
LR55 VXK was recorded at 140,122 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2023, an average of 7,724 miles a year.
Has LR55 VXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VXK has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 VXK 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 VXK find?
LR55 VXK passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2023 with 2 minor defects: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning two opposite lamps operate.

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