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BMW 5 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS55 GDKMOT history

LS55 GDK is a black diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 2 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 204,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2022.

LS55 GDK black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Jul 2023
Mileage
204,334 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 GDK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 GDK was last recorded at 204,334 miles on 27 Jul 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Nov 2011: 126,556 miles, lower than 214,908 miles on 4 Oct 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
204,334 miles · 26 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 204,334 miles
  • 2021 – 191,466 miles
  • 2020 – 183,679 miles
  • 2019 – 183,676 miles
  • 2018 – 176,229 miles
  • 2017 – 166,192 miles
  • 2015 – 158,209 miles
  • 2014 – 150,599 miles
  • 2013 – 142,770 miles
  • 2012 – 135,183 miles
  • 2011 – 126,556 miles
  • 2010 – 111,526 miles
  • 2009 – 98,551 miles
  • 2008 – 91,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,334 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s/f and o/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear brake pipes rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass204,334 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    204,334 miles
    Test number
    825540825021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail204,334 miles (+12,868)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,334 miles
    Test number
    253385928906
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel system component leaking tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass191,466 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    191,466 miles
    Test number
    498831714245
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides have slight play

  4. Fail191,466 miles (+7,787)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,466 miles
    Test number
    876399333832
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Window damaged and affecting the driver's view of an obligatory external mirror (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides have slight play

  5. Pass183,679 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    183,679 miles
    Test number
    233370393715
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s/f and o/s/f

  6. Fail183,676 miles (+7,447)2 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,676 miles
    Test number
    925122763854
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s/f and o/s/f

  7. Pass176,229 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    176,229 miles
    Test number
    306555124715
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail176,227 miles (+10,035)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,227 miles
    Test number
    172505035370
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass166,192 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    166,192 miles
    Test number
    738843374104
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes rusty

  10. Fail166,182 miles (+7,973)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,182 miles
    Test number
    564840623877
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes rusty

  11. Pass158,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    158,209 miles
    Test number
    689359070652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail158,209 miles (+7,610)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,209 miles
    Test number
    859267675645
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass150,599 miles (+7,829)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    150,599 miles
    Test number
    437518514332
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Pass142,770 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    142,770 miles
    Test number
    699637223326
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSmoke emission's 0.03
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Fail142,770 miles (+7,587)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,770 miles
    Test number
    206197223321
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSmoke emission's 0.03
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass135,183 miles (+8,627)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    135,183 miles
    Test number
    977192122303
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEmissions register 0.00

  17. Pass126,556 miles (-88,352)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    126,556 miles
    Test number
    786652731308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass214,908 miles (+103,382)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    214,908 miles
    Test number
    517957471220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass111,526 miles (+12,975)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    111,526 miles
    Test number
    433837220484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass98,551 miles (+7,473)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    98,551 miles
    Test number
    204443709384
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass91,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    91,078 miles
    Test number
    903496198290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail91,078 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,078 miles
    Test number
    741866698245
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LS55 GDK

Does LS55 GDK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 GDK expired on 26 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 GDK?
The MOT on LS55 GDK expired on 26 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 GDK done?
LS55 GDK was recorded at 204,334 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2022, an average of 8,231 miles a year.
Has LS55 GDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 GDK has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LS55 GDK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Nov 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS55 GDK find?
LS55 GDK passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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