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BMW X3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 VZMMOT history

LR55 VZM is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 8 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 119,878 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2022.

LR55 VZM black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2023
Mileage
119,878 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2022
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VZM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VZM was last recorded at 119,878 miles on 11 Mar 2022, 3,837 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,041 miles · 9 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
3,837 miles
Average per year
4,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 119,878 miles
  • 2021 – 116,041 miles
  • 2018 – 112,770 miles
  • 2017 – 106,086 miles
  • 2016 – 100,412 miles
  • 2015 – 98,343 miles
  • 2014 – 97,088 miles
  • 2012 – 92,480 miles
  • 2011 – 85,417 miles
  • 2010 – 78,263 miles
  • 2009 – 65,962 miles
  • 2008 – 53,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,878 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (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.

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,878 miles (+3,837)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,878 miles
    Test number
    966106137450
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass116,041 miles (+3,271)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    116,041 miles
    Test number
    894914713938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass112,770 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,770 miles
    Test number
    385190359074
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail112,770 miles (+6,684)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,770 miles
    Test number
    988585192575
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  5. Pass106,086 miles (+5,674)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    106,086 miles
    Test number
    953684986561
    • 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)

  6. Pass100,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    100,412 miles
    Test number
    843211111952
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear of bumper loose

  7. Fail100,412 miles (+2,069)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,412 miles
    Test number
    956717844258
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner part of tread
    • AdvisoryNearside rear of bumper loose
    • AdvisoryOuter sidewall of nearside front tyre perished

  8. Pass98,343 miles (+1,255)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    98,343 miles
    Test number
    985610935075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass97,088 miles (+4,608)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    97,088 miles
    Test number
    765871834083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,480 miles (+7,063)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,480 miles
    Test number
    576719232383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,417 miles (+7,154)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    85,417 miles
    Test number
    189570121398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,263 miles (+12,301)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    78,263 miles
    Test number
    962166310325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,962 miles (+12,684)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    65,962 miles
    Test number
    301638309360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,278 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    53,278 miles
    Test number
    624636608384
    • 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)

Questions about LR55 VZM

Does LR55 VZM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 VZM expired on 10 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VZM?
The MOT on LR55 VZM expired on 10 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 VZM done?
LR55 VZM was recorded at 119,878 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2022, an average of 4,987 miles a year.
Has LR55 VZM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VZM has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on LR55 VZM 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 VZM find?
LR55 VZM passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2022 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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