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LX55 LGF

2005 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

150,918 mi
Last recorded150,918 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 LGF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 150,918 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 149,103 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 146,959 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 141,325 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 133,358 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 129,853 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 126,127 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 121,733 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres on legal limit

Pass 22 Sep 2017 119,610 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 116,844 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 109,885 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 101,730 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 86,439 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 65,767 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 49,905 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 6 Sep 2011 49,905 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 30 Aug 2010 40,012 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 34,924 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 26,075 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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LX55 LGF is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 91,247 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX55 LGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX55 LGF registered?

LX55 LGF is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 2 October 2005.

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