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BMW 645

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 4,398 cc

LX55 VPNMOT history

LX55 VPN is a black petrol BMW 645 first used on 12 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 148,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LX55 VPN black BMW 6 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
148,305 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VPN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
645
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 VPN was last recorded at 148,305 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,451 miles · 17 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
854 miles
Average per year
7,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,305 miles
  • 2024 – 147,451 miles
  • 2023 – 146,832 miles
  • 2022 – 143,590 miles
  • 2021 – 138,709 miles
  • 2020 – 129,857 miles
  • 2019 – 122,682 miles
  • 2018 – 115,660 miles
  • 2017 – 111,002 miles
  • 2016 – 107,406 miles
  • 2015 – 93,858 miles
  • 2014 – 75,770 miles
  • 2013 – 69,164 miles
  • 2012 – 63,231 miles
  • 2011 – 54,589 miles
  • 2009 – 33,860 miles
  • 2008 – 25,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,305 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,305 miles (+854)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    148,305 miles
    Test number
    915974043325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass147,451 miles (+619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    147,451 miles
    Test number
    414851931224
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted at time of test
  3. Pass146,832 miles (+3,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    146,832 miles
    Test number
    439051010546
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass143,590 miles (+4,881)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    143,590 miles
    Test number
    710464986737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass138,709 miles (+8,852)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    138,709 miles
    Test number
    454092776695
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass129,857 miles (+7,175)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    129,857 miles
    Test number
    439032865741
    • AdvisoryFront Indicators tinted but not excessively
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread low and inner shoulder worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread low and inner shoulder worn (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass122,682 miles (+7,022)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,682 miles
    Test number
    682967027281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,660 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    115,660 miles
    Test number
    681274203489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  9. Fail115,660 miles (+4,658)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,660 miles
    Test number
    485476218292
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass111,002 miles (+3,596)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    111,002 miles
    Test number
    553146695190
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak underside off engine
  11. Pass107,406 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    107,406 miles
    Test number
    241163942035
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / body kit fitted preventing full inspection of testable items
  12. Fail107,406 miles (+13,548)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,406 miles
    Test number
    279412050747
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / body kit fitted preventing full inspection of testable items
  13. Pass93,858 miles (+18,088)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    93,858 miles
    Test number
    699537495177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,770 miles (+6,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    75,770 miles
    Test number
    566846694190
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass69,164 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    69,164 miles
    Test number
    115016603229
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Fail69,164 miles (+5,933)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,164 miles
    Test number
    998856003244
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass63,231 miles (+8,642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    63,231 miles
    Test number
    339212262455
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass54,589 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    54,589 miles
    Test number
    676057771280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOsr tyre has low tread on inner edge.
  19. Fail54,589 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,589 miles
    Test number
    469686171242
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn bald at inner edges of tread-cords soon
  20. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    734336960258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,860 miles (+8,675)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,860 miles
    Test number
    300703759420
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn unevenly and bald on both inner and outer edges, also splitting and cracking through tread
  22. Pass25,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,185 miles
    Test number
    842624778246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 VPN

Does LX55 VPN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 VPN is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VPN?
The MOT on LX55 VPN is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 VPN done?
LX55 VPN was recorded at 148,305 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 7,192 miles a year.
Has LX55 VPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VPN has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on LX55 VPN 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 VPN find?
LX55 VPN passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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