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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LS55 TCZMOT history

LS55 TCZ is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 195,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

LS55 TCZ blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
195,914 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 TCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 TCZ was last recorded at 195,914 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 8,673 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
187,241 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,673 miles
Average per year
10,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 195,914 miles
  • 2024 – 187,241 miles
  • 2023 – 182,471 miles
  • 2022 – 177,751 miles
  • 2021 – 170,357 miles
  • 2020 – 164,169 miles
  • 2019 – 150,538 miles
  • 2018 – 140,980 miles
  • 2017 – 131,781 miles
  • 2016 – 118,181 miles
  • 2015 – 101,797 miles
  • 2014 – 87,307 miles
  • 2013 – 72,876 miles
  • 2012 – 61,252 miles
  • 2011 – 45,860 miles
  • 2010 – 35,153 miles
  • 2009 – 27,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,914 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,914 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    195,914 miles
    Test number
    696263117959
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail195,914 miles (+8,673)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,914 miles
    Test number
    432747918461
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass187,241 miles (+4,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    187,241 miles
    Test number
    681906898056
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively x4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass182,471 miles (+4,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    182,471 miles
    Test number
    796865483932
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Pass177,751 miles (+7,394)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    177,751 miles
    Test number
    227097788297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass170,357 miles (+6,188)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    170,357 miles
    Test number
    667388090373
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass164,169 miles (+13,631)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    164,169 miles
    Test number
    260334072540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass150,538 miles (+9,558)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    150,538 miles
    Test number
    794625079120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass140,980 miles (+9,199)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    140,980 miles
    Test number
    898498749147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Stonechip (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass131,781 miles (+13,600)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    131,781 miles
    Test number
    991045839187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass118,181 miles (+16,384)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    118,181 miles
    Test number
    512367270335
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover under trays fitted

  12. Pass101,797 miles (+14,490)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,797 miles
    Test number
    148612925150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre 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

  13. Pass87,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    87,307 miles
    Test number
    545529524162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail87,307 miles (+14,431)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,307 miles
    Test number
    966859424144
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass72,876 miles (+11,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,876 miles
    Test number
    335093423109
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass61,252 miles (+15,392)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,252 miles
    Test number
    965169062097
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on outer edges

  17. Pass45,860 miles (+10,707)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    45,860 miles
    Test number
    797932481000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteN/S front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • NoteN/S rear tyre worn severely on inner edge
    • NoteO/S front tyre worn severely on inner and outer edges
    • NoteO/S rear tyre worn on outer edge

  18. Pass35,153 miles (+603)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,153 miles
    Test number
    971191690083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,550 miles (+7,069)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,550 miles
    Test number
    724941110005
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass27,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,481 miles
    Test number
    634490529042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 TCZ

Does LS55 TCZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 TCZ is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS55 TCZ?
The MOT on LS55 TCZ is valid until 19 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 TCZ done?
LS55 TCZ was recorded at 195,914 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 10,008 miles a year.
Has LS55 TCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 TCZ has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 TCZ 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 TCZ find?
LS55 TCZ passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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