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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

L55 RTHMOT history

L55 RTH is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 95,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2023.

L55 RTH silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2024
Mileage
95,802 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 RTH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2024
Latest MOT test
10 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 RTH was last recorded at 95,802 miles on 10 May 2023, 169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,633 miles · 23 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
169 miles
Average per year
3,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 95,802 miles
  • 2022 – 95,633 miles
  • 2021 – 95,544 miles
  • 2019 – 95,388 miles
  • 2018 – 95,040 miles
  • 2016 – 94,058 miles
  • 2015 – 92,915 miles
  • 2014 – 88,834 miles
  • 2013 – 84,938 miles
  • 2012 – 81,224 miles
  • 2011 – 78,327 miles
  • 2010 – 71,978 miles
  • 2009 – 69,277 miles
  • 2008 – 57,525 miles
  • 2007 – 45,223 miles
  • 2006 – 29,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,802 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber shaft corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber shaft corroded

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,802 miles (+169)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    95,802 miles
    Test number
    784280670963
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber shaft corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber shaft corroded

  2. Pass95,633 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    95,633 miles
    Test number
    660060781145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass95,544 miles (+156)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    95,544 miles
    Test number
    923081187478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,388 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,388 miles
    Test number
    284272421040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,040 miles (+982)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    95,040 miles
    Test number
    564391398938
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass94,058 miles (+1,143)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    94,058 miles
    Test number
    562460954654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,915 miles (+4,081)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    92,915 miles
    Test number
    306274735478
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking on sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre bald inner edge

  8. Pass88,834 miles (+3,896)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    88,834 miles
    Test number
    407081364168
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracked on inner side wall but not showing cords at time of test

  9. Pass84,938 miles (+3,714)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    84,938 miles
    Test number
    706925243163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,224 miles (+2,897)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    81,224 miles
    Test number
    796814152119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,327 miles (+6,349)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,327 miles
    Test number
    916363731391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,978 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,978 miles
    Test number
    680192320245
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail71,978 miles (+2,701)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,978 miles
    Test number
    283891420290
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass69,277 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    69,277 miles
    Test number
    421947759437
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s front tyre small cuts

  15. Fail69,277 miles (+11,752)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,277 miles
    Test number
    782437259311
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s front tyre small cuts

  16. Pass57,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    57,525 miles
    Test number
    472505458303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,525 miles (+12,302)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,525 miles
    Test number
    614098748320
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.

  18. Pass45,223 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    45,223 miles
    Test number
    514212947388
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail45,223 miles (+15,475)7 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,223 miles
    Test number
    824282347307
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass29,748 miles (+2,647)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    29,748 miles
    Test number
    462791446302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  21. Pass27,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    27,101 miles
    Test number
    623808956054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 RTH

Does L55 RTH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 RTH expired on 9 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 RTH?
The MOT on L55 RTH expired on 9 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 RTH done?
L55 RTH was recorded at 95,802 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2023, an average of 3,995 miles a year.
Has L55 RTH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 RTH has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2010.
Has the mileage on L55 RTH 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 L55 RTH find?
L55 RTH passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorber shaft corroded; offside rear shock absorber shaft corroded.

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