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BMW X3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LS55 AZUMOT history

LS55 AZU is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 28 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 160,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

LS55 AZU black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
160,014 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 AZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 AZU was last recorded at 160,014 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 2,444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,570 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,444 miles
Average per year
7,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,014 miles
  • 2024 – 157,570 miles
  • 2023 – 156,989 miles
  • 2022 – 155,051 miles
  • 2021 – 153,056 miles
  • 2020 – 150,232 miles
  • 2019 – 148,270 miles
  • 2018 – 145,440 miles
  • 2017 – 142,458 miles
  • 2016 – 136,421 miles
  • 2015 – 124,941 miles
  • 2014 – 114,494 miles
  • 2013 – 101,445 miles
  • 2012 – 86,283 miles
  • 2011 – 71,480 miles
  • 2010 – 58,900 miles
  • 2008 – 33,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,014 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge 235/50 R18 extra load

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Engine overheated after emissions test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,014 miles (+2,444)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    160,014 miles
    Test number
    721774876997
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass157,570 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    157,570 miles
    Test number
    666865519336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge 235/50 R18 extra load (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail157,567 miles (+578)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,567 miles
    Test number
    653574206826
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • Advisory4x4 light on indicating a fault
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge 235/50 R18 extra load (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass156,989 miles (+1,938)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    156,989 miles
    Test number
    485414341327
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear gear box mounting has play
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft rear u/j has play
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle mounting bushes has play

  5. Pass155,051 miles (+1,995)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    155,051 miles
    Test number
    271097403911
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Position light not working

  6. Pass153,056 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    153,056 miles
    Test number
    528101037175
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine overheated after emissions test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail153,056 miles (+2,824)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,056 miles
    Test number
    171430581068
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine overheated after emissions test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light is on

  8. Pass150,232 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    150,232 miles
    Test number
    382610449500
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  9. Fail150,232 miles (+1,962)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,232 miles
    Test number
    455260491437
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  10. Pass148,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,270 miles
    Test number
    335731121196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail148,270 miles (+2,830)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,270 miles
    Test number
    856817230725
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass145,440 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    145,440 miles
    Test number
    952465929676
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail145,440 miles (+2,982)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,440 miles
    Test number
    923066045243
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass142,458 miles (+6,037)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    142,458 miles
    Test number
    850484031551
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass136,421 miles (+11,480)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    136,421 miles
    Test number
    840024748881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass124,941 miles (+10,447)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    124,941 miles
    Test number
    360134861228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass114,494 miles (+13,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    114,494 miles
    Test number
    478955664224
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass101,445 miles (+15,162)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    101,445 miles
    Test number
    388309253445
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass86,283 miles (+14,803)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    86,283 miles
    Test number
    136336752224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,480 miles (+12,580)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    71,480 miles
    Test number
    299105951205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,900 miles (+25,654)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,900 miles
    Test number
    931620560208
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  22. Pass33,246 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,246 miles
    Test number
    631475118350
    • NoteOff side rear tyre cuts on face

Questions about LS55 AZU

Does LS55 AZU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 AZU is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS55 AZU?
The MOT on LS55 AZU is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 AZU done?
LS55 AZU was recorded at 160,014 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 7,464 miles a year.
Has LS55 AZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 AZU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LS55 AZU 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 LS55 AZU find?
LS55 AZU passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive.

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