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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS55 RCFMOT history

LS55 RCF is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 5 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 114,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Dec 2021.

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MOT
Expired
On 23 Dec 2022
Mileage
114,429 mi
At MOT on 24 Dec 2021
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 RCF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
24 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 RCF was last recorded at 114,429 miles on 24 Dec 2021, 4,067 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,362 miles · 20 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
4,067 miles
Average per year
7,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 114,429 miles
  • 2020 – 110,362 miles
  • 2019 – 101,624 miles
  • 2018 – 93,987 miles
  • 2017 – 80,479 miles
  • 2016 – 67,784 miles
  • 2015 – 59,244 miles
  • 2014 – 50,127 miles
  • 2013 – 43,402 miles
  • 2012 – 35,622 miles
  • 2011 – 29,599 miles
  • 2010 – 24,925 miles
  • 2009 – 20,447 miles
  • 2008 – 17,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,429 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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.

  • Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,429 miles (+4,067)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    114,429 miles
    Test number
    933314183658
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass110,362 miles (+261)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    110,362 miles
    Test number
    554205506231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail110,101 miles (+8,477)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,101 miles
    Test number
    130181818070
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly worn

  4. Pass101,624 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,624 miles
    Test number
    624298597570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail101,624 miles (+7,637)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,624 miles
    Test number
    608292228995
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass93,987 miles (+13,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    93,987 miles
    Test number
    481305121052
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass80,479 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,479 miles
    Test number
    537708248789
    • 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)

  8. Fail80,477 miles (+12,693)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,477 miles
    Test number
    582288465264
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • 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)

  9. Pass67,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,784 miles
    Test number
    361529794208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,784 miles (+8,540)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,784 miles
    Test number
    922458067674
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  11. Pass59,244 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    59,244 miles
    Test number
    777546156950
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring certain components

  12. Fail59,244 miles (+9,117)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,244 miles
    Test number
    782383050808
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring certain components

  13. Pass50,127 miles (+6,725)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    50,127 miles
    Test number
    489741094208
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass43,402 miles (+7,780)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    43,402 miles
    Test number
    879010323355
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass35,622 miles (+6,023)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    35,622 miles
    Test number
    398703442314
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass29,599 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    29,599 miles
    Test number
    217729931315
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail29,567 miles (+4,642)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,567 miles
    Test number
    737477031373
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass24,925 miles (+4,478)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    24,925 miles
    Test number
    140377620394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,447 miles (+3,280)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    20,447 miles
    Test number
    521705439374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    17,167 miles
    Test number
    710317938359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 RCF

Does LS55 RCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 RCF expired on 23 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 RCF?
The MOT on LS55 RCF expired on 23 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 RCF done?
LS55 RCF was recorded at 114,429 miles at its MOT on 24 Dec 2021, an average of 7,448 miles a year.
Has LS55 RCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 RCF has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LS55 RCF 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 RCF find?
LS55 RCF passed its latest MOT on 24 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front all direction indicators slightly discoloured; nearside rear all direction indicators slightly discoloured, and 4 more.

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