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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LR55 BFOMOT history

LR55 BFO is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 187,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LR55 BFO silver 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 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
187,283 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 BFO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 BFO was last recorded at 187,283 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 5,820 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,463 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,820 miles
Average per year
7,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,283 miles
  • 2025 – 181,463 miles
  • 2024 – 174,199 miles
  • 2023 – 166,367 miles
  • 2022 – 158,284 miles
  • 2021 – 149,579 miles
  • 2020 – 143,581 miles
  • 2019 – 136,426 miles
  • 2018 – 128,807 miles
  • 2017 – 122,545 miles
  • 2016 – 112,215 miles
  • 2014 – 101,427 miles
  • 2013 – 92,459 miles
  • 2012 – 84,426 miles
  • 2011 – 68,943 miles
  • 2010 – 59,436 miles
  • 2009 – 52,409 miles
  • 2008 – 44,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,283 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on both edges. 225/40x18 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryVARIOUS FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,283 miles (+5,820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    187,283 miles
    Test number
    815180390751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on both edges. 225/40x18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
  2. Pass181,463 miles (+7,264)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    181,463 miles
    Test number
    472230943006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass174,199 miles (+7,832)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    174,199 miles
    Test number
    964839036435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between wall and tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass166,367 miles (+8,083)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    166,367 miles
    Test number
    372109287135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass158,284 miles (+8,705)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    158,284 miles
    Test number
    825207774624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass149,579 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    149,579 miles
    Test number
    573341944501
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail164,915 miles (+21,334)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,915 miles
    Test number
    399533403478
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass143,581 miles (+7,155)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    143,581 miles
    Test number
    171112641149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass136,426 miles (+7,619)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    136,426 miles
    Test number
    812065511285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass128,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    128,807 miles
    Test number
    365287670828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,807 miles (+6,262)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,807 miles
    Test number
    854481572644
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  12. Pass122,545 miles (+10,330)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    122,545 miles
    Test number
    810033068933
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass112,215 miles (+610)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    112,215 miles
    Test number
    337569683002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail111,605 miles (+10,178)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,605 miles
    Test number
    887109697113
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Pass101,427 miles (+8,968)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    101,427 miles
    Test number
    517536444326
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass92,459 miles (+8,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    92,459 miles
    Test number
    377396533372
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass84,426 miles (+15,483)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    84,426 miles
    Test number
    167552472241
    • NoteAdvise both front outer tyre walls slightly damaged
  18. Pass68,943 miles (+9,507)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    68,943 miles
    Test number
    846497061212
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f wishbone bush getting weak
    • NoteStrong advise front prop shaft rubber worn
  19. Pass59,436 miles (+7,027)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    59,436 miles
    Test number
    601121360242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,409 miles (+7,583)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    52,409 miles
    Test number
    424672769232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,826 miles
    Test number
    421091378207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 BFO

Does LR55 BFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 BFO is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 BFO?
The MOT on LR55 BFO is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 BFO done?
LR55 BFO was recorded at 187,283 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 7,943 miles a year.
Has LR55 BFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 BFO has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LR55 BFO 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 LR55 BFO find?
LR55 BFO passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on both edges. 225/40x18; various front and rear suspension components corroded.

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