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LX55 LHN

2005 BMW 130

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

161,022 mi
Last recorded161,022 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 BMW 13082,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 LHN
MakeBMW
Model130
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 161,022 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 152,335 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 142,998 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 135,520 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 126,301 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays + sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 3 Nov 2020 118,039 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 110,203 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 102,718 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 96,803 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 91,335 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 80,844 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 73,505 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 66,500 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 59,977 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 49,063 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 38,527 miles

N/S/F TYRE WEARING LOW.

Fail 23 Nov 2010 38,527 miles

N/S/F TYRE WEARING LOW.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 25,660 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 14,770 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 130?

Based on 21,905 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
5,977
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 517
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 264
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 152
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 151
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 143
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LX55 LHN is a 2005 BMW 130 in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 82,536 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 130 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX55 LHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LX55 LHN registered?

LX55 LHN is a 2005 BMW 130, first registered on 21 November 2005.

Is LX55 LHN safe to buy?

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