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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LX55 LSEMOT history

LX55 LSE is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 19 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 242,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2022.

LX55 LSE black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Mar 2023
Mileage
242,361 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2022
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 LSE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 LSE was last recorded at 242,361 miles on 18 Mar 2022, 9,692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,669 miles · 16 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
9,692 miles
Average per year
13,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 242,361 miles
  • 2021 – 232,669 miles
  • 2020 – 232,434 miles
  • 2019 – 228,456 miles
  • 2018 – 219,216 miles
  • 2017 – 210,832 miles
  • 2016 – 204,478 miles
  • 2015 – 197,383 miles
  • 2014 – 178,076 miles
  • 2013 – 147,641 miles
  • 2012 – 124,350 miles
  • 2011 – 91,811 miles
  • 2010 – 71,021 miles
  • 2009 – 61,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,361 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryRear sub-frame slightly corroded

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear nail in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,361 miles (+9,692)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    242,361 miles
    Test number
    725390901077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame slightly corroded
  2. Pass232,669 miles (+235)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    232,669 miles
    Test number
    103855907767
    • MinorBrake hose slightly damaged all x4 (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  3. Pass232,434 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    232,434 miles
    Test number
    361825773538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  4. Fail232,419 miles (+3,963)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,419 miles
    Test number
    211557572298
    • MajorCentral Front Inner Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MajorCentral Front Upper Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  5. Pass228,456 miles (+9,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    228,456 miles
    Test number
    725360932230
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Inner Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass219,216 miles (+8,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    219,216 miles
    Test number
    914739282577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
  7. Pass210,832 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    210,832 miles
    Test number
    395109250976
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tread
  8. Fail210,831 miles (+6,353)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,831 miles
    Test number
    410343985375
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tread
  9. Pass204,478 miles (+7,095)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    204,478 miles
    Test number
    266792358062
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront both on inner edge wearing
  10. Pass197,383 miles (+19,307)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    197,383 miles
    Test number
    938959265020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass178,076 miles (+30,435)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    178,076 miles
    Test number
    185121374080
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on inner edge
  12. Pass147,641 miles (+23,291)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    147,641 miles
    Test number
    776851653082
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
  13. Pass124,350 miles (+32,539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    124,350 miles
    Test number
    338430662094
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass91,811 miles (+20,790)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    91,811 miles
    Test number
    947317061015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,021 miles (+9,405)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,021 miles
    Test number
    480891370040
    • 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)
  16. Pass61,616 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,616 miles
    Test number
    574627179086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,387 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    61,387 miles
    Test number
    510595259058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX55 LSE

Does LX55 LSE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 LSE expired on 19 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 LSE?
The MOT on LX55 LSE expired on 19 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 LSE done?
LX55 LSE was recorded at 242,361 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2022, an average of 13,858 miles a year.
Has LX55 LSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 LSE has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on LX55 LSE 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 LSE find?
LX55 LSE passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded; rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 1 more.

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