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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS55 XBOMOT history

LS55 XBO is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 189,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2024.

LS55 XBO silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2025
Mileage
189,171 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 XBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 XBO was last recorded at 189,171 miles on 5 Sept 2024, 301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,870 miles · 26 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
301 miles
Average per year
6,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 189,171 miles
  • 2023 – 188,870 miles
  • 2022 – 187,439 miles
  • 2021 – 184,019 miles
  • 2020 – 183,883 miles
  • 2019 – 175,201 miles
  • 2018 – 158,780 miles
  • 2017 – 152,645 miles
  • 2016 – 145,440 miles
  • 2015 – 138,186 miles
  • 2014 – 126,296 miles
  • 2012 – 104,155 miles
  • 2011 – 93,548 miles
  • 2010 – 83,211 miles
  • 2008 – 82,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,171 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass189,171 miles (+301)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    189,171 miles
    Test number
    496146973094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass188,870 miles (+1,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    188,870 miles
    Test number
    840869163595
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays obscuring test items from view

  3. Pass187,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    187,439 miles
    Test number
    135978438154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail187,439 miles (+3,420)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,439 miles
    Test number
    830143261567
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass184,019 miles (+136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    184,019 miles
    Test number
    715921977882
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass183,883 miles (+8,682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    183,883 miles
    Test number
    774551758166
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass175,201 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    175,201 miles
    Test number
    455138685696
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail175,141 miles (+16,361)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,141 miles
    Test number
    161404744447
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre side wall damaged

  9. Pass158,780 miles (+6,135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    158,780 miles
    Test number
    323371261385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass152,645 miles (+52)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    152,645 miles
    Test number
    157687816221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail152,593 miles (+7,153)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,593 miles
    Test number
    541452549553
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass145,440 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    145,440 miles
    Test number
    164914645905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail145,440 miles (+7,254)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,440 miles
    Test number
    874930038664
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass138,186 miles (+11,890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    138,186 miles
    Test number
    986130045048
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

  15. Pass126,296 miles (+22,141)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    126,296 miles
    Test number
    975862354050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail104,155 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,155 miles
    Test number
    547517742361
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  17. Pass104,155 miles (+10,607)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    104,155 miles
    Test number
    885317042314
    • NoteFront discs worn

  18. Pass93,548 miles (+10,337)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    93,548 miles
    Test number
    188598911365
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass83,211 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    83,211 miles
    Test number
    421601720391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,146 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    83,146 miles
    Test number
    963074730191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    82,865 miles
    Test number
    432878338413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 XBO

Does LS55 XBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 XBO expired on 4 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 XBO?
The MOT on LS55 XBO expired on 4 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 XBO done?
LS55 XBO was recorded at 189,171 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2024, an average of 6,747 miles a year.
Has LS55 XBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 XBO has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LS55 XBO 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 XBO find?
LS55 XBO passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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