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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,152 cc

L55 SPHMOT history

L55 SPH is a blue petrol BMW first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 89,497 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
89,497 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 SPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,152 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 SPH was last recorded at 89,497 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 342 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,155 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
342 miles
Average per year
3,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,497 miles
  • 2025 – 89,155 miles
  • 2024 – 88,706 miles
  • 2023 – 87,990 miles
  • 2022 – 87,283 miles
  • 2016 – 87,080 miles
  • 2012 – 86,496 miles
  • 2011 – 85,175 miles
  • 2010 – 85,130 miles
  • 2009 – 75,757 miles
  • 2008 – 57,659 miles
  • 2007 – 39,413 miles
  • 2006 – 19,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,497 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,497 miles (+342)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    89,497 miles
    Test number
    844376884671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,155 miles (+449)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,155 miles
    Test number
    116173301540
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S/R surface rust on brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on seals at front and rear

  3. Pass88,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    88,706 miles
    Test number
    642251818683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail88,705 miles (+715)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,705 miles
    Test number
    963240388395
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass87,990 miles (+707)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    87,990 miles
    Test number
    656188719670
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass87,283 miles (+203)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,283 miles
    Test number
    529289062933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,080 miles (+584)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    87,080 miles
    Test number
    911137118109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,496 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    86,496 miles
    Test number
    356031572246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light is on.
    • NoteFront brake disc's are corroded
    • NoteN/s/f passengers seat does not tilt forwards.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracking on outside side wall

  9. Fail86,496 miles (+1,321)7 failures6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,496 miles
    Test number
    579142962229
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light is on.
    • NoteFront brake disc's are corroded
    • NoteN/s/f passengers seat does not tilt forwards.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracking on outside side wall
    • NoteTraction control light is on.

  10. Pass85,175 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    85,175 miles
    Test number
    685991431217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,130 miles (+9,373)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    85,130 miles
    Test number
    414059840269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    75,757 miles
    Test number
    543060169264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,757 miles (+18,098)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,757 miles
    Test number
    803909259203
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass57,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    57,659 miles
    Test number
    980448728299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,659 miles (+18,246)2 failures4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,659 miles
    Test number
    824578928243
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass39,413 miles (+19,636)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    39,413 miles
    Test number
    361573437485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    19,777 miles
    Test number
    604607936249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 SPH

Does L55 SPH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 SPH is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 SPH?
The MOT on L55 SPH is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 SPH done?
L55 SPH was recorded at 89,497 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 3,550 miles a year.
Has L55 SPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 SPH has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L55 SPH 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 SPH find?
L55 SPH passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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