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BMW X3

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LS55 VMRMOT history

LS55 VMR is a grey diesel BMW X3 first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 108,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

LS55 VMR grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2026
Mileage
108,589 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VMR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VMR was last recorded at 108,589 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 72 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,517 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
72 miles
Average per year
5,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,589 miles
  • 2024 – 104,598 miles
  • 2023 – 98,134 miles
  • 2022 – 70,168 miles
  • 2021 – 53,567 miles
  • 2019 – 45,691 miles
  • 2018 – 40,693 miles
  • 2016 – 35,610 miles
  • 2015 – 31,654 miles
  • 2014 – 28,441 miles
  • 2013 – 24,976 miles
  • 2012 – 22,234 miles
  • 2011 – 20,238 miles
  • 2010 – 15,725 miles
  • 2008 – 11,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,589 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,589 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    108,589 miles
    Test number
    172038016589
    • 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))

  2. Fail108,588 miles (+71)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,588 miles
    Test number
    490321601848
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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))

  3. Fail108,517 miles (+3,919)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,517 miles
    Test number
    650413234620
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Including dust cover. No longer prevents ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Including dust cover no longer prevents ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,598 miles (+6,464)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    104,598 miles
    Test number
    896169225727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass98,134 miles (+27,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    98,134 miles
    Test number
    943866364063
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both most front lower control arm bush poor (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    70,168 miles
    Test number
    552674389104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail70,168 miles (+16,601)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,168 miles
    Test number
    796774767949
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass53,567 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    53,567 miles
    Test number
    267637977769
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail53,567 miles (+7,876)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,567 miles
    Test number
    405107493287
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass45,691 miles (+1,475)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    45,691 miles
    Test number
    946580171430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    44,216 miles
    Test number
    806717538997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail44,216 miles (+3,523)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,216 miles
    Test number
    844439433617
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door hinge insecure bolt loose (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

  13. Pass40,693 miles (+5,083)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    40,693 miles
    Test number
    262993542136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,610 miles (+3,956)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    35,610 miles
    Test number
    313191547246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,654 miles (+3,213)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    31,654 miles
    Test number
    448335996207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,441 miles (+3,465)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    28,441 miles
    Test number
    397031344455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,976 miles (+2,742)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    24,976 miles
    Test number
    598426133261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,234 miles (+1,996)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,234 miles
    Test number
    959292742249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,238 miles (+4,513)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    20,238 miles
    Test number
    598569821225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,725 miles (+4,118)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    15,725 miles
    Test number
    491975420261
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass11,607 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    11,607 miles
    Test number
    382011558355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS55 VMR

Does LS55 VMR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 VMR expired on 12 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VMR?
The MOT on LS55 VMR expired on 12 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 VMR done?
LS55 VMR was recorded at 108,589 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 5,764 miles a year.
Has LS55 VMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VMR has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 VMR 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 VMR find?
LS55 VMR passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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