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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LX55 LFRMOT history

LX55 LFR is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 19 Nov 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 112,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2024.

LX55 LFR grey 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 19 Nov 2025
Mileage
112,156 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 LFR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 LFR was last recorded at 112,156 miles on 20 Nov 2024, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,130 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
5,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 112,156 miles
  • 2022 – 109,752 miles
  • 2021 – 99,802 miles
  • 2020 – 97,575 miles
  • 2019 – 95,851 miles
  • 2018 – 95,411 miles
  • 2017 – 79,926 miles
  • 2016 – 65,340 miles
  • 2015 – 57,084 miles
  • 2014 – 50,254 miles
  • 2013 – 41,750 miles
  • 2012 – 40,055 miles
  • 2011 – 36,024 miles
  • 2010 – 31,952 miles
  • 2009 – 26,913 miles
  • 2008 – 22,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,156 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,156 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    112,156 miles
    Test number
    316404252120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail112,130 miles (+2,378)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,130 miles
    Test number
    205890006413
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass109,752 miles (+9,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    109,752 miles
    Test number
    718257391889
    • AdvisorySlight wear in both rear lower shock bushes
    • AdvisorySlight wear in nearside front suspension bush

  4. Pass99,802 miles (+2,227)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    99,802 miles
    Test number
    715860180721
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass97,575 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,575 miles
    Test number
    108257269174
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface Corrosion To Rear Disc Faces

  6. Fail97,575 miles (+1,724)1 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,575 miles
    Test number
    466876345094
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged cracking (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface Corrosion To Rear Disc Faces

  7. Pass95,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    95,851 miles
    Test number
    480377114533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail95,851 miles (+440)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,851 miles
    Test number
    696144445049
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass95,411 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,411 miles
    Test number
    408827623932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail95,411 miles (+15,485)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,411 miles
    Test number
    474362253084
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass79,926 miles (+14,586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    79,926 miles
    Test number
    294507276471
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres Wearing On The Edges
    • AdvisoryService Light Is On

  12. Pass65,340 miles (+8,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    65,340 miles
    Test number
    248590516208
    • 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)

  13. Pass57,084 miles (+6,830)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    57,084 miles
    Test number
    825764265517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,254 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    50,254 miles
    Test number
    437069524310
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres deteriorating
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split at end

  15. Fail50,254 miles (+8,504)1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,254 miles
    Test number
    506309624362
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres deteriorating
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split at end

  16. Pass41,750 miles (+1,695)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    41,750 miles
    Test number
    347480193465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,055 miles (+4,031)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    40,055 miles
    Test number
    975873882250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,024 miles (+82)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    36,024 miles
    Test number
    649663491293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked

  19. Fail35,942 miles (+3,990)1 failure3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,942 miles
    Test number
    985336081265
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked

  20. Pass31,952 miles (+5,039)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    31,952 miles
    Test number
    804817180243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,913 miles (+4,480)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    26,913 miles
    Test number
    643243959281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    22,433 miles
    Test number
    313579558495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 LFR

Does LX55 LFR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 LFR expired on 19 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 LFR?
The MOT on LX55 LFR expired on 19 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 LFR done?
LX55 LFR was recorded at 112,156 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2024, an average of 5,545 miles a year.
Has LX55 LFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 LFR has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LX55 LFR 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 LX55 LFR find?
LX55 LFR passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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