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BMW 1 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LX55 VREMOT history

LX55 VRE is a blue petrol BMW 1 Series first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 121,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

LX55 VRE blue BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Aug 2027
Mileage
121,162 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,906 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VRE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 VRE was last recorded at 121,162 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,162 miles · 12 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,906 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,162 miles
  • 2025 – 117,662 miles
  • 2024 – 113,772 miles
  • 2023 – 108,826 miles
  • 2022 – 104,866 miles
  • 2021 – 99,728 miles
  • 2020 – 90,525 miles
  • 2019 – 75,176 miles
  • 2018 – 59,603 miles
  • 2017 – 56,280 miles
  • 2016 – 52,974 miles
  • 2015 – 48,455 miles
  • 2014 – 43,531 miles
  • 2013 – 39,210 miles
  • 2012 – 35,127 miles
  • 2011 – 30,617 miles
  • 2009 – 21,951 miles
  • 2008 – 14,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,162 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,162 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    121,162 miles
    Test number
    535554173558
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail121,162 miles (+3,500)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,162 miles
    Test number
    761345096964
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass117,662 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    117,662 miles
    Test number
    561920916009
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail117,662 miles (+3,890)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,662 miles
    Test number
    323140263477
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass113,772 miles (+4,946)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    113,772 miles
    Test number
    572898126594
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker cover broke
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,826 miles (+3,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    108,826 miles
    Test number
    943664574909
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to smear

  7. Pass104,866 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    104,866 miles
    Test number
    194746813043
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail104,866 miles (+5,138)3 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,866 miles
    Test number
    578734487601
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass99,728 miles (+9,203)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    99,728 miles
    Test number
    121465323779
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass90,525 miles (+15,349)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,525 miles
    Test number
    353207152998
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass75,176 miles (+15,573)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    75,176 miles
    Test number
    770790408459
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres low edges

  12. Pass59,603 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,603 miles
    Test number
    214262119244
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail59,603 miles (+3,323)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,603 miles
    Test number
    475307039787
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass56,280 miles (+3,306)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    56,280 miles
    Test number
    263648444720
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass52,974 miles (+4,519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,974 miles
    Test number
    791584985983
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass48,455 miles (+4,924)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,455 miles
    Test number
    607011905247
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass43,531 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    43,531 miles
    Test number
    125075204222
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail43,531 miles (+4,321)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,531 miles
    Test number
    358655904281
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass39,210 miles (+4,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    39,210 miles
    Test number
    817611213248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass35,127 miles (+4,510)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    35,127 miles
    Test number
    309294612264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,617 miles (+8,666)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,617 miles
    Test number
    985180101263
    • 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)

  22. Pass21,951 miles (+6,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    21,951 miles
    Test number
    811235849267
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass14,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    14,994 miles
    Test number
    910824238210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 VRE

Does LX55 VRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 VRE is valid until 22 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VRE?
The MOT on LX55 VRE is valid until 22 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 VRE done?
LX55 VRE was recorded at 121,162 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 5,906 miles a year.
Has LX55 VRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VRE has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LX55 VRE 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 VRE find?
LX55 VRE passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged.

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