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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LX55 LHAMOT history

LX55 LHA is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 19 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 146,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
146,851 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 LHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 LHA was last recorded at 146,851 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 9,824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,027 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,824 miles
Average per year
6,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,851 miles
  • 2025 – 137,027 miles
  • 2024 – 130,788 miles
  • 2023 – 121,875 miles
  • 2022 – 112,446 miles
  • 2021 – 106,136 miles
  • 2019 – 97,246 miles
  • 2018 – 89,002 miles
  • 2017 – 80,064 miles
  • 2016 – 73,253 miles
  • 2015 – 67,516 miles
  • 2014 – 59,540 miles
  • 2013 – 52,315 miles
  • 2012 – 46,326 miles
  • 2011 – 42,014 miles
  • 2010 – 36,389 miles
  • 2009 – 31,749 miles
  • 2008 – 26,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,851 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,851 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    146,851 miles
    Test number
    930879381613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail146,851 miles (+9,824)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,851 miles
    Test number
    989136864673
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass137,027 miles (+6,239)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    137,027 miles
    Test number
    353495464786
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass130,788 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    130,788 miles
    Test number
    337779528177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail130,735 miles (+8,860)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,735 miles
    Test number
    449340197133
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm INSIDE (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass121,875 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    121,875 miles
    Test number
    939463296852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail121,796 miles (+9,350)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,796 miles
    Test number
    197344672214
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass112,446 miles (+268)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,446 miles
    Test number
    368994584309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,178 miles (+6,042)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,178 miles
    Test number
    955040986141
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass106,136 miles (+8,890)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    106,136 miles
    Test number
    348428812231
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass97,246 miles (+8,244)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,246 miles
    Test number
    119520754390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,002 miles (+8,938)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    89,002 miles
    Test number
    284188044182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass80,064 miles (+6,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,064 miles
    Test number
    602881292345
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass73,253 miles (+5,737)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,253 miles
    Test number
    970068832933
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  15. Pass67,516 miles (+7,976)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,516 miles
    Test number
    148791905277
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass59,540 miles (+7,225)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,540 miles
    Test number
    918098084159
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass52,315 miles (+5,989)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,315 miles
    Test number
    307503503266
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass46,326 miles (+4,312)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,326 miles
    Test number
    285332782178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,014 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    42,014 miles
    Test number
    947693291116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,012 miles (+5,623)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,012 miles
    Test number
    627112191170
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limit (edges worn).
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner tread wearing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner tread worn

  21. Pass36,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    36,389 miles
    Test number
    330980100460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,389 miles (+4,640)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,389 miles
    Test number
    551478390190
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass31,749 miles (+4,806)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    31,749 miles
    Test number
    352901709453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,943 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,943 miles
    Test number
    364324218423
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSmall cut in nearside front tyre

Questions about LX55 LHA

Does LX55 LHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 LHA is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 LHA?
The MOT on LX55 LHA is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 LHA done?
LX55 LHA was recorded at 146,851 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 6,864 miles a year.
Has LX55 LHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 LHA has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LX55 LHA 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 LHA find?
LX55 LHA passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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