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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LX55 LUYMOT history

LX55 LUY is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2023 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 185,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Dec 2021.

LX55 LUY silver 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 5 Jan 2023
Mileage
185,851 mi
At MOT on 31 Dec 2021
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,906 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 LUY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 LUY was last recorded at 185,851 miles on 31 Dec 2021, 5,493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
180,358 miles · 6 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,493 miles
Average per year
8,906 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 185,851 miles
  • 2019 – 171,432 miles
  • 2018 – 106,826 miles
  • 2017 – 144,213 miles
  • 2016 – 129,658 miles
  • 2015 – 124,985 miles
  • 2014 – 120,405 miles
  • 2013 – 115,476 miles
  • 2012 – 106,014 miles
  • 2011 – 93,881 miles
  • 2010 – 83,848 miles
  • 2008 – 68,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,851 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,851 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    185,851 miles
    Test number
    857232471007
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail185,851 miles (+5,493)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,851 miles
    Test number
    623673700864
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass180,358 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    180,358 miles
    Test number
    946884572997
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative 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))

  4. Fail180,358 miles (+8,926)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,358 miles
    Test number
    589641140653
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Left indicator interferes with position lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative 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))

  5. Pass171,432 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    171,432 miles
    Test number
    633431766423
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail171,425 miles (+64,599)4 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,425 miles
    Test number
    691915540866
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 47% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass106,826 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    106,826 miles
    Test number
    898845648071
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail160,826 miles (+16,613)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,826 miles
    Test number
    187568408957
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass144,213 miles (+14,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    144,213 miles
    Test number
    335334955637
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean..front flexy hoses cracked..rear tyres wearing low

  10. Pass129,658 miles (+4,673)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    129,658 miles
    Test number
    866086548562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass124,985 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    124,985 miles
    Test number
    777004855159
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail124,985 miles (+4,580)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,985 miles
    Test number
    467603355164
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass120,405 miles (+4,929)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    120,405 miles
    Test number
    799186454164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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

  14. Pass115,476 miles (+9,462)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    115,476 miles
    Test number
    987395473216
    • NoteOffside rear wheel rim airline fracture

  15. Pass106,014 miles (+12,133)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    106,014 miles
    Test number
    296800782422
    • 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

  16. Pass93,881 miles (+10,033)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    93,881 miles
    Test number
    259614991011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass83,848 miles (+15,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    83,848 miles
    Test number
    213899630058
    • 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)

  18. Pass68,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    68,280 miles
    Test number
    391722098247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 LUY

Does LX55 LUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 LUY expired on 5 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 LUY?
The MOT on LX55 LUY expired on 5 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 LUY done?
LX55 LUY was recorded at 185,851 miles at its MOT on 31 Dec 2021, an average of 8,906 miles a year.
Has LX55 LUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 LUY has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LX55 LUY 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 LUY find?
LX55 LUY passed its latest MOT on 31 Dec 2021 with 5 advisories: hydraulic leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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