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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 2,996 cc

LA55 HTZMOT history

LA55 HTZ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 191,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2025.

LA55 HTZ blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2026
Mileage
191,870 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2025
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
10,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 HTZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 HTZ was last recorded at 191,870 miles on 9 Oct 2025, 101,083 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,787 miles · 12 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
101,083 miles
Average per year
10,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 191,870 miles
  • 2024 – 90,787 miles
  • 2023 – 86,675 miles
  • 2022 – 81,498 miles
  • 2021 – 73,817 miles
  • 2020 – 70,484 miles
  • 2019 – 67,172 miles
  • 2018 – 62,435 miles
  • 2017 – 58,249 miles
  • 2016 – 55,990 miles
  • 2015 – 53,338 miles
  • 2014 – 50,844 miles
  • 2013 – 47,964 miles
  • 2012 – 43,689 miles
  • 2011 – 33,624 miles
  • 2010 – 25,975 miles
  • 2009 – 17,909 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,870 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,870 miles (+101,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    191,870 miles
    Test number
    130282164863
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass90,787 miles (+62)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    90,787 miles
    Test number
    496902174594
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail90,725 miles (+4,050)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,725 miles
    Test number
    253688527150
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass86,675 miles (+5,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    86,675 miles
    Test number
    583960706947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges 3mm 225/45/17 rof (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on the limit of 1.6mm 225/45/17 rof (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass81,498 miles (+7,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    81,498 miles
    Test number
    473864128160
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass73,817 miles (+3,333)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    73,817 miles
    Test number
    915494858184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,484 miles (+3,312)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    70,484 miles
    Test number
    439633507750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,172 miles (+4,737)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    67,172 miles
    Test number
    418041185235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,435 miles (+4,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    62,435 miles
    Test number
    322434119508
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass58,249 miles (+2,259)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    58,249 miles
    Test number
    696658899776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,990 miles (+2,652)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    55,990 miles
    Test number
    940046849253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,338 miles (+2,494)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    53,338 miles
    Test number
    229370425262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,844 miles (+2,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    50,844 miles
    Test number
    969731424272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass47,964 miles (+4,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    47,964 miles
    Test number
    368755623418
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass43,689 miles (+2,171)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    43,689 miles
    Test number
    286446422297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,518 miles (+7,894)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    41,518 miles
    Test number
    729916872076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,624 miles (+7,649)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,624 miles
    Test number
    148636461001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,975 miles (+8,066)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,975 miles
    Test number
    361767960092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    17,909 miles
    Test number
    772150879084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 HTZ

Does LA55 HTZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 HTZ expired on 8 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 HTZ?
The MOT on LA55 HTZ expired on 8 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 HTZ done?
LA55 HTZ was recorded at 191,870 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2025, an average of 10,492 miles a year.
Has LA55 HTZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 HTZ has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 HTZ 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 LA55 HTZ find?
LA55 HTZ passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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