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BMW X3

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LS55 VUPMOT history

LS55 VUP is a silver diesel BMW X3 first used on 15 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 158,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2023.

LS55 VUP silver BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2024
Mileage
158,778 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VUP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VUP was last recorded at 158,778 miles on 5 Sept 2023, 10,298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,480 miles · 6 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
10,298 miles
Average per year
8,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 158,778 miles
  • 2022 – 148,480 miles
  • 2021 – 147,270 miles
  • 2020 – 138,590 miles
  • 2019 – 129,005 miles
  • 2018 – 117,621 miles
  • 2017 – 108,171 miles
  • 2016 – 102,932 miles
  • 2015 – 93,784 miles
  • 2014 – 82,312 miles
  • 2013 – 73,989 miles
  • 2012 – 61,698 miles
  • 2011 – 50,855 miles
  • 2010 – 42,543 miles
  • 2009 – 35,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,778 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,778 miles (+10,298)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    158,778 miles
    Test number
    464321356130
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass148,480 miles (+1,210)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    148,480 miles
    Test number
    818521947429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass147,270 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    147,270 miles
    Test number
    926861796190
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail147,270 miles (+8,680)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,270 miles
    Test number
    264377738801
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rev.light is not working

  5. Pass138,590 miles (+9,585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    138,590 miles
    Test number
    910414059643
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  6. Pass129,005 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,005 miles
    Test number
    313086410138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail129,005 miles (+11,384)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,005 miles
    Test number
    914512302968
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass117,621 miles (+9,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    117,621 miles
    Test number
    189206107574
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass108,171 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    108,171 miles
    Test number
    263369338102
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront control arms corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake 17% just met requirments

  10. Fail108,171 miles (+5,239)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,171 miles
    Test number
    257636497960
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront control arms corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake 17% just met requirments

  11. Pass102,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    102,932 miles
    Test number
    984746929330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail102,932 miles (+9,148)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,932 miles
    Test number
    661098059279
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass93,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    93,784 miles
    Test number
    229034715481
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail93,784 miles (+11,472)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,784 miles
    Test number
    429983815120
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass82,312 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,312 miles
    Test number
    276999794026
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail82,312 miles (+8,323)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,312 miles
    Test number
    696229994053
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f brake slightly binding
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWipers poor but clear screen

  17. Pass73,989 miles (+941)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    73,989 miles
    Test number
    769202023137
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail73,048 miles (+11,350)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,048 miles
    Test number
    829696583024
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass61,698 miles (+10,843)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,698 miles
    Test number
    656485662031
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail50,855 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,855 miles
    Test number
    678283461083
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass50,855 miles (+8,312)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,855 miles
    Test number
    977153661036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,543 miles (+6,725)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    42,543 miles
    Test number
    534562210000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,818 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,818 miles
    Test number
    884986409046
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LS55 VUP

Does LS55 VUP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 VUP expired on 5 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VUP?
The MOT on LS55 VUP expired on 5 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 VUP done?
LS55 VUP was recorded at 158,778 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2023, an average of 8,387 miles a year.
Has LS55 VUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VUP has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LS55 VUP 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 VUP find?
LS55 VUP passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2023 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive.

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