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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LS55 NWHMOT history

LS55 NWH is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 23 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 155,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2024.

LS55 NWH black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2025
Mileage
155,778 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 NWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 NWH was last recorded at 155,778 miles on 27 Jul 2024, 699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,079 miles · 1 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
699 miles
Average per year
7,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,778 miles
  • 2023 – 155,079 miles
  • 2022 – 146,900 miles
  • 2021 – 139,642 miles
  • 2020 – 136,083 miles
  • 2019 – 129,786 miles
  • 2018 – 123,044 miles
  • 2017 – 116,794 miles
  • 2016 – 110,225 miles
  • 2015 – 102,662 miles
  • 2014 – 93,782 miles
  • 2013 – 83,779 miles
  • 2012 – 73,420 miles
  • 2011 – 60,539 miles
  • 2010 – 47,308 miles
  • 2009 – 34,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,778 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL OVER (6.1.1 (c) (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 Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,778 miles (+699)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    155,778 miles
    Test number
    232311774406
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL OVER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass155,079 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    155,079 miles
    Test number
    971301003583
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail155,077 miles (+8,177)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,077 miles
    Test number
    842073885935
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass146,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    146,900 miles
    Test number
    586826707142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail146,900 miles (+7,258)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,900 miles
    Test number
    683594641910
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass139,642 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    139,642 miles
    Test number
    519965385230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail139,631 miles (+3,548)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,631 miles
    Test number
    873260107149
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass136,083 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    136,083 miles
    Test number
    927846914172
    • 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))

  9. Fail136,083 miles (+6,297)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,083 miles
    Test number
    294605522287
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass129,786 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    129,786 miles
    Test number
    205705139604
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail129,786 miles (+6,742)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,786 miles
    Test number
    175701447457
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass123,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    123,044 miles
    Test number
    383078837333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail123,044 miles (+6,250)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,044 miles
    Test number
    660275723853
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  14. Pass116,794 miles (+6,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    116,794 miles
    Test number
    208903793425
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass110,225 miles (+7,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    110,225 miles
    Test number
    181381490052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass102,662 miles (+8,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    102,662 miles
    Test number
    198105755485
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass93,782 miles (+10,003)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    93,782 miles
    Test number
    646858434013
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass83,779 miles (+10,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    83,779 miles
    Test number
    967670253003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass73,420 miles (+12,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    73,420 miles
    Test number
    655903152015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass60,539 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    60,539 miles
    Test number
    458292451037
    • 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)

  21. Fail60,539 miles (+13,231)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,539 miles
    Test number
    555457941043
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)

  22. Pass47,308 miles (+12,741)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    47,308 miles
    Test number
    133794650420
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edge

  23. Pass34,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,567 miles
    Test number
    114947659028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 NWH

Does LS55 NWH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 NWH expired on 31 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 NWH?
The MOT on LS55 NWH expired on 31 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 NWH done?
LS55 NWH was recorded at 155,778 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2024, an average of 7,864 miles a year.
Has LS55 NWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 NWH has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 NWH 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 NWH find?
LS55 NWH passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2024 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; lower oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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