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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LX55 VRJMOT history

LX55 VRJ is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 97,919 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

LX55 VRJ blue BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
97,919 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VRJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 VRJ was last recorded at 97,919 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 12,375 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,544 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
12,375 miles
Average per year
4,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,919 miles
  • 2024 – 85,544 miles
  • 2023 – 74,093 miles
  • 2022 – 66,182 miles
  • 2021 – 60,144 miles
  • 2020 – 50,818 miles
  • 2019 – 43,516 miles
  • 2018 – 43,108 miles
  • 2017 – 42,199 miles
  • 2016 – 40,813 miles
  • 2015 – 37,902 miles
  • 2014 – 35,245 miles
  • 2013 – 32,392 miles
  • 2012 – 29,013 miles
  • 2011 – 25,920 miles
  • 2010 – 23,105 miles
  • 2009 – 17,578 miles
  • 2008 – 12,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,919 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Body damage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Non run flat tyre fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,919 miles (+12,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    97,919 miles
    Test number
    668083564174
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass85,544 miles (+11,451)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    85,544 miles
    Test number
    858838806820
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body damage
  3. Pass74,093 miles (+17)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    74,093 miles
    Test number
    696998676048
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Non run flat tyre fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail74,076 miles (+7,894)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,076 miles
    Test number
    722375716352
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Non run flat tyre fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass66,182 miles (+6,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    66,182 miles
    Test number
    820956785765
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting point corroded and broken - system still adequately supported
  6. Pass60,144 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    60,144 miles
    Test number
    255045160152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2.5mm 205/5516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail60,127 miles (+9,309)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,127 miles
    Test number
    833865784817
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/5516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2.5mm 205/5516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass50,818 miles (+7,302)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,818 miles
    Test number
    301136006949
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass43,516 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    43,516 miles
    Test number
    617185784973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail43,511 miles (+403)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,511 miles
    Test number
    892654171119
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre inflation warning light on.
  11. Pass43,108 miles (+909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    43,108 miles
    Test number
    523365309044
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass42,199 miles (+1,386)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    42,199 miles
    Test number
    825181882937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,813 miles (+2,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    40,813 miles
    Test number
    573764351849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
  14. Pass37,902 miles (+2,657)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,902 miles
    Test number
    347867839203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,245 miles (+2,853)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    35,245 miles
    Test number
    289800344204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,392 miles (+3,379)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    32,392 miles
    Test number
    689554433245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,013 miles (+3,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    29,013 miles
    Test number
    786417132238
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass25,920 miles (+2,815)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    25,920 miles
    Test number
    918306251289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,105 miles (+5,527)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    23,105 miles
    Test number
    312983240235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner and outer edge
  20. Pass17,578 miles (+5,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    17,578 miles
    Test number
    620620749268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  21. Pass12,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    12,472 miles
    Test number
    664641448230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 VRJ

Does LX55 VRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 VRJ is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VRJ?
The MOT on LX55 VRJ is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 VRJ done?
LX55 VRJ was recorded at 97,919 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 4,944 miles a year.
Has LX55 VRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VRJ has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LX55 VRJ 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 VRJ find?
LX55 VRJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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