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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LS55 VMJMOT history

LS55 VMJ is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 153,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

LS55 VMJ black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
153,556 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VMJ
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
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VMJ was last recorded at 153,556 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 7,707 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,849 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,707 miles
Average per year
7,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,556 miles
  • 2025 – 145,849 miles
  • 2024 – 138,982 miles
  • 2023 – 132,353 miles
  • 2022 – 124,505 miles
  • 2021 – 117,828 miles
  • 2019 – 102,061 miles
  • 2018 – 89,493 miles
  • 2017 – 85,507 miles
  • 2016 – 80,445 miles
  • 2015 – 75,974 miles
  • 2014 – 70,985 miles
  • 2013 – 66,515 miles
  • 2012 – 57,634 miles
  • 2011 – 44,226 miles
  • 2010 – 33,658 miles
  • 2009 – 26,180 miles
  • 2008 – 24,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,556 miles
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,556 miles (+7,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    153,556 miles
    Test number
    264015557364
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  2. Pass145,849 miles (+6,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    145,849 miles
    Test number
    818284578845
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,982 miles (+6,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    138,982 miles
    Test number
    158028848923
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,353 miles (+7,848)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    132,353 miles
    Test number
    443677794900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,505 miles (+6,677)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    124,505 miles
    Test number
    789293333896
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass117,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    117,828 miles
    Test number
    827103013928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail117,828 miles (+15,767)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,828 miles
    Test number
    934058733172
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass102,061 miles (+12,568)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,061 miles
    Test number
    297714189008
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass89,493 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    89,493 miles
    Test number
    113657773347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail89,491 miles (+3,984)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,491 miles
    Test number
    101939740363
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass85,507 miles (+5,062)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,507 miles
    Test number
    212178677290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,445 miles (+4,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,445 miles
    Test number
    645200664360
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper split
    • AdvisorySmear from wipers

  13. Pass75,974 miles (+4,989)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    75,974 miles
    Test number
    379588035109
    • NoteCentre high level stop lamp deteriorated

  14. Pass70,985 miles (+4,470)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,985 miles
    Test number
    548873834169
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cut on sidewall not to cords

  15. Pass66,515 miles (+8,881)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,515 miles
    Test number
    437059743141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,634 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,634 miles
    Test number
    165846992093
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEmission trigger point not met
    • NoteUnable to view rear coil springs fully

  17. Pass57,634 miles (+13,408)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    57,634 miles
    Test number
    167966992454
    • NoteEmission trigger point not met
    • NoteUnable to view rear coil springs fully

  18. Pass44,226 miles (+10,568)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,226 miles
    Test number
    418494081045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,658 miles (+7,478)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,658 miles
    Test number
    531709070059
    • NoteBoth front tyre sidewalls are cut

  20. Pass26,180 miles (+1,617)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,180 miles
    Test number
    580041879082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    24,563 miles
    Test number
    523828838311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,563 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,563 miles
    Test number
    754338738390
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

Questions about LS55 VMJ

Does LS55 VMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 VMJ is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VMJ?
The MOT on LS55 VMJ is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 VMJ done?
LS55 VMJ was recorded at 153,556 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 7,492 miles a year.
Has LS55 VMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VMJ has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LS55 VMJ 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 VMJ find?
LS55 VMJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: items removed from driver's view prior to test.

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