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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS55 XCFMOT history

LS55 XCF is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 119,371 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

LS55 XCF silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
119,371 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 XCF
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
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 XCF was last recorded at 119,371 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 1,830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,541 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,830 miles
Average per year
5,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,371 miles
  • 2025 – 117,541 miles
  • 2024 – 115,427 miles
  • 2023 – 113,604 miles
  • 2022 – 111,469 miles
  • 2021 – 109,435 miles
  • 2020 – 106,353 miles
  • 2019 – 102,040 miles
  • 2018 – 96,476 miles
  • 2016 – 87,111 miles
  • 2015 – 77,987 miles
  • 2014 – 66,525 miles
  • 2013 – 60,145 miles
  • 2012 – 55,624 miles
  • 2011 – 51,451 miles
  • 2010 – 47,211 miles
  • 2009 – 42,271 miles
  • 2008 – 32,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,371 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rears
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside age related surface corrosion
  • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted masking some testable itemsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,371 miles (+1,830)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    119,371 miles
    Test number
    202327752741
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rears
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside age related surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

  2. Pass117,541 miles (+2,114)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    117,541 miles
    Test number
    146179919085
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced light general underside age related surface corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened general age related surface corrosion to underside suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

  3. Pass115,427 miles (+1,823)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    115,427 miles
    Test number
    550549801065
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related under body surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted masking some items
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  4. Pass113,604 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    113,604 miles
    Test number
    915595756219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail113,596 miles (+2,127)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,596 miles
    Test number
    952843043479
    • MajorCentral Front Brake performance not tested not tested due to condition of brake pipes (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass111,469 miles (+2,034)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    111,469 miles
    Test number
    797742978853
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/f n/s/r o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  7. Pass109,435 miles (+3,082)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,435 miles
    Test number
    434377514491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHand brake low effort

  8. Pass106,353 miles (+4,313)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    106,353 miles
    Test number
    148211564297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,040 miles (+5,564)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    102,040 miles
    Test number
    445587635564
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s/r inner sills rear signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/r hand brake only just met requirements
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass96,476 miles (+9,365)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,476 miles
    Test number
    132052258022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring signs of rust
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded from n/s to o/s/r width of car (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryDriver side wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryN/s/f slight oil leak on strut
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber mount split
    • AdvisoryUnder guards fitted

  11. Pass87,111 miles (+9,124)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    87,111 miles
    Test number
    518959136517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,987 miles (+11,462)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    77,987 miles
    Test number
    845267996963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,525 miles (+6,380)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    66,525 miles
    Test number
    515322954363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,145 miles (+4,521)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    60,145 miles
    Test number
    276060353396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,624 miles (+4,173)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    55,624 miles
    Test number
    275501242350
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass51,451 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    51,451 miles
    Test number
    469607841485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,432 miles (+4,221)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,432 miles
    Test number
    416156541320
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass47,211 miles (+4,940)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    47,211 miles
    Test number
    524391550321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,271 miles (+9,750)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    42,271 miles
    Test number
    861791259314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,521 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    32,521 miles
    Test number
    692255848331
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS55 XCF

Does LS55 XCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 XCF is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 XCF?
The MOT on LS55 XCF is valid until 2 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 XCF done?
LS55 XCF was recorded at 119,371 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 5,064 miles a year.
Has LS55 XCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 XCF has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 XCF 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 XCF find?
LS55 XCF passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: offside rear drive shaft damaged but serviceable; oil leak, but not excessive; rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rears, and 2 more.

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