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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS55 BNJMOT history

LS55 BNJ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 198,864 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2022.

LS55 BNJ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2023
Mileage
198,864 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 BNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 BNJ was last recorded at 198,864 miles on 19 Oct 2022, 6,792 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,072 miles · 15 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
6,792 miles
Average per year
10,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 198,864 miles
  • 2021 – 192,072 miles
  • 2020 – 183,987 miles
  • 2019 – 177,880 miles
  • 2018 – 169,482 miles
  • 2017 – 162,074 miles
  • 2016 – 154,254 miles
  • 2015 – 144,338 miles
  • 2014 – 134,068 miles
  • 2013 – 121,144 miles
  • 2012 – 110,826 miles
  • 2011 – 97,640 miles
  • 2010 – 84,815 miles
  • 2009 – 74,605 miles
  • 2008 – 58,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,864 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,864 miles (+6,792)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    198,864 miles
    Test number
    750021024607
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass192,072 miles (+8,085)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    192,072 miles
    Test number
    395579817671
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass183,987 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    183,987 miles
    Test number
    627682502994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail183,966 miles (+6,086)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,966 miles
    Test number
    459551780990
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass177,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    177,880 miles
    Test number
    906770282854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail177,880 miles (+8,398)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,880 miles
    Test number
    733122225555
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass169,482 miles (+7,408)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    169,482 miles
    Test number
    198315995660
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass162,074 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    162,074 miles
    Test number
    541813717388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Fail162,074 miles (+7,820)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,074 miles
    Test number
    611114691635
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass154,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    154,254 miles
    Test number
    452249863409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail154,254 miles (+9,916)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,254 miles
    Test number
    365999550366
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  12. Pass144,338 miles (+136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    144,338 miles
    Test number
    797169850565
    • 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)

  13. Fail144,202 miles (+10,134)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,202 miles
    Test number
    294797017099
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • 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. Fail134,068 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,068 miles
    Test number
    327938784276
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass134,068 miles (+12,924)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    134,068 miles
    Test number
    589008484206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass121,144 miles (+26)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    121,144 miles
    Test number
    667921793213
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail121,118 miles (+10,292)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,118 miles
    Test number
    499229483215
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass110,826 miles (+13,186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    110,826 miles
    Test number
    345273292410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass97,640 miles (+12,825)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    97,640 miles
    Test number
    365473591478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass84,815 miles (+10,210)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    84,815 miles
    Test number
    574148270222
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn outer edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn outer edges

  21. Pass74,605 miles (+16,261)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    74,605 miles
    Test number
    471453619411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    58,344 miles
    Test number
    120895398272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 BNJ

Does LS55 BNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 BNJ expired on 22 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 BNJ?
The MOT on LS55 BNJ expired on 22 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 BNJ done?
LS55 BNJ was recorded at 198,864 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2022, an average of 10,042 miles a year.
Has LS55 BNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 BNJ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LS55 BNJ 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 BNJ find?
LS55 BNJ passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2022 with 7 advisories: central rear upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 4 more.

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