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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

K55 MRTMOT history

K55 MRT is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 158,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

K55 MRT black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
158,034 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 MRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 MRT was last recorded at 158,034 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 7,683 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,351 miles · 7 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,683 miles
Average per year
6,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,034 miles
  • 2024 – 150,351 miles
  • 2023 – 148,529 miles
  • 2022 – 146,407 miles
  • 2021 – 146,101 miles
  • 2019 – 140,061 miles
  • 2018 – 134,782 miles
  • 2017 – 130,412 miles
  • 2016 – 126,111 miles
  • 2015 – 120,544 miles
  • 2014 – 116,449 miles
  • 2013 – 113,795 miles
  • 2012 – 104,559 miles
  • 2011 – 94,849 miles
  • 2010 – 82,800 miles
  • 2009 – 61,038 miles
  • 2008 – 37,407 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,034 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,034 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    158,034 miles
    Test number
    750770451329
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail158,034 miles (+7,683)1 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,034 miles
    Test number
    134062484673
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass150,351 miles (+1,822)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    150,351 miles
    Test number
    662715940972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass148,529 miles (+2,122)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    148,529 miles
    Test number
    224550426312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass146,407 miles (+306)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    146,407 miles
    Test number
    775686554555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass146,101 miles (+6,040)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    146,101 miles
    Test number
    710413647881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass140,061 miles (+5,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,061 miles
    Test number
    393259536184
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass134,782 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    134,782 miles
    Test number
    451667809945
    • AdvisoryFront both front wheel arch insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front nail in tyre

  9. Fail134,782 miles (+4,370)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,782 miles
    Test number
    149846544683
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront both front wheel arch insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front nail in tyre

  10. Pass130,412 miles (+4,301)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    130,412 miles
    Test number
    399913316864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,111 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    126,111 miles
    Test number
    805433207077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Fail126,111 miles (+5,567)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,111 miles
    Test number
    176961363617
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass120,544 miles (+4,095)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    120,544 miles
    Test number
    366144485018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail116,449 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,449 miles
    Test number
    255622474049
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine management light

  15. Pass116,449 miles (+2,654)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    116,449 miles
    Test number
    279182174070
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine management light

  16. Pass113,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    113,795 miles
    Test number
    518384873021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail113,795 miles (+9,236)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,795 miles
    Test number
    189734573043
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass104,559 miles (+9,710)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    104,559 miles
    Test number
    317549062036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,849 miles (+12,049)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    94,849 miles
    Test number
    577701311192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSmell of fuel

  20. Pass82,800 miles (+21,762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    82,800 miles
    Test number
    700509770142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail61,038 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,038 miles
    Test number
    734922889141
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass61,038 miles (+23,631)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    61,038 miles
    Test number
    892782989129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    37,407 miles
    Test number
    311256798156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail37,407 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,407 miles
    Test number
    814683498173
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about K55 MRT

Does K55 MRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K55 MRT is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K55 MRT?
The MOT on K55 MRT is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K55 MRT done?
K55 MRT was recorded at 158,034 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 6,883 miles a year.
Has K55 MRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 MRT has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on K55 MRT 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 K55 MRT find?
K55 MRT passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre obviously under inflated; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 4 more.

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