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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LX55 LHOMOT history

LX55 LHO is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 171,801 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LX55 LHO black 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 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
171,801 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 LHO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 LHO was last recorded at 171,801 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 10,962 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,839 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10,962 miles
Average per year
8,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,801 miles
  • 2025 – 160,839 miles
  • 2024 – 151,930 miles
  • 2023 – 141,243 miles
  • 2022 – 135,555 miles
  • 2021 – 130,966 miles
  • 2020 – 124,590 miles
  • 2019 – 118,240 miles
  • 2018 – 110,656 miles
  • 2017 – 106,213 miles
  • 2016 – 96,176 miles
  • 2015 – 89,361 miles
  • 2014 – 77,656 miles
  • 2013 – 61,305 miles
  • 2012 – 58,697 miles
  • 2011 – 46,823 miles
  • 2010 – 39,099 miles
  • 2009 – 32,021 miles
  • 2008 – 26,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,801 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,801 miles (+10,962)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    171,801 miles
    Test number
    724092803234
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass160,839 miles (+8,909)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    160,839 miles
    Test number
    105931466823
    • MinorNearside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass151,930 miles (+10,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    151,930 miles
    Test number
    907041943555
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass141,243 miles (+5,688)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    141,243 miles
    Test number
    533769489024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass135,555 miles (+154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    135,555 miles
    Test number
    124430109952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail135,401 miles (+4,435)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,401 miles
    Test number
    660618002478
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass130,966 miles (+6,376)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    130,966 miles
    Test number
    310587202055
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass124,590 miles (+6,350)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    124,590 miles
    Test number
    306047177979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,240 miles (+7,584)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,240 miles
    Test number
    730782541953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,656 miles (+4,443)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    110,656 miles
    Test number
    895673063533
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Pass106,213 miles (+10,037)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    106,213 miles
    Test number
    996837159485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,176 miles (+6,815)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    96,176 miles
    Test number
    842408228451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,361 miles (+11,705)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    89,361 miles
    Test number
    317258938280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,656 miles (+16,351)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    77,656 miles
    Test number
    385918894072
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass61,305 miles (+2,608)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    61,305 miles
    Test number
    416794543081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,697 miles (+11,874)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,697 miles
    Test number
    976010842359
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHT WEAR

  17. Pass46,823 miles (+7,724)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    46,823 miles
    Test number
    716437231381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,099 miles (+7,078)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    39,099 miles
    Test number
    923398790295
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass32,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    32,021 miles
    Test number
    740648689228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,021 miles (+5,660)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,021 miles
    Test number
    942278489205
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Fail26,361 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,361 miles
    Test number
    153730088270
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass26,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    26,361 miles
    Test number
    323760488463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 LHO

Does LX55 LHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 LHO is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 LHO?
The MOT on LX55 LHO is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 LHO done?
LX55 LHO was recorded at 171,801 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 8,082 miles a year.
Has LX55 LHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 LHO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LX55 LHO 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 LHO find?
LX55 LHO passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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