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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LS55 VPVMOT history

LS55 VPV is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 157,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2022.

LS55 VPV silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2023
Mileage
157,211 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2022
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VPV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VPV was last recorded at 157,211 miles on 27 Jan 2022, 11,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,468 miles · 21 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
11,743 miles
Average per year
10,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 157,211 miles
  • 2021 – 145,468 miles
  • 2019 – 138,285 miles
  • 2018 – 127,657 miles
  • 2017 – 114,707 miles
  • 2016 – 98,312 miles
  • 2015 – 87,819 miles
  • 2014 – 81,283 miles
  • 2013 – 66,723 miles
  • 2012 – 52,682 miles
  • 2011 – 43,304 miles
  • 2010 – 30,111 miles
  • 2009 – 15,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,211 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,211 miles (+11,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    157,211 miles
    Test number
    720564930383
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass145,468 miles (+7,183)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    145,468 miles
    Test number
    553525633052
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass138,285 miles (+10,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    138,285 miles
    Test number
    882582613623
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass127,657 miles (+12,950)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    127,657 miles
    Test number
    639042527792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass114,707 miles (+16,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    114,707 miles
    Test number
    695968641727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  6. Pass98,312 miles (+10,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    98,312 miles
    Test number
    205198004944
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass87,819 miles (+6,536)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,819 miles
    Test number
    496701105236
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses starting to crack

  8. Pass81,283 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    81,283 miles
    Test number
    225122094425
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Fail81,283 miles (+14,560)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,283 miles
    Test number
    546512294192
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass66,723 miles (+14,041)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    66,723 miles
    Test number
    646740213263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,682 miles (+9,378)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    52,682 miles
    Test number
    208514392172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,304 miles (+13,193)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    43,304 miles
    Test number
    155976111273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,111 miles (+14,882)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,111 miles
    Test number
    390226210276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    15,229 miles
    Test number
    564076199104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail15,229 miles (+511)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,229 miles
    Test number
    184364599177
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Fail14,718 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,718 miles
    Test number
    414945119004
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  17. Pass14,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    14,718 miles
    Test number
    504165719039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 VPV

Does LS55 VPV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 VPV expired on 26 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VPV?
The MOT on LS55 VPV expired on 26 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 VPV done?
LS55 VPV was recorded at 157,211 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2022, an average of 10,934 miles a year.
Has LS55 VPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VPV has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2014.
Has the mileage on LS55 VPV 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 VPV find?
LS55 VPV passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2022 with 2 advisories: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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