BMW 3 Series
Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc
LR55 DLUMOT history
LR55 DLU is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,759 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 21 Mar 2027
- Mileage
- 82,759 mi
- At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 23
- 18 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 3,986 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LR55 DLU
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,995 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 30 Sept 2005
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 24 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LR55 DLU was last recorded at 82,759 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 82,755 miles · 23 Feb 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 4 miles
- Average per year
- 3,986 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 82,759 miles
- 2025 – 76,710 miles
- 2024 – 69,836 miles
- 2023 – 64,209 miles
- 2022 – 59,207 miles
- 2020 – 54,855 miles
- 2019 – 49,973 miles
- 2018 – 45,346 miles
- 2017 – 40,641 miles
- 2016 – 39,996 miles
- 2015 – 36,588 miles
- 2014 – 34,228 miles
- 2013 – 31,125 miles
- 2012 – 28,614 miles
- 2011 – 24,686 miles
- 2010 – 18,593 miles
- 2009 – 15,975 miles
- 2008 – 13,198 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass82,759 miles
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
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.
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/R17 BRIDGESTONE RUN FLAT
Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Full MOT history
23 tests since 12 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass82,759 miles (+4)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2027
- Odometer
- 82,759 miles
- Test number
- 924620896949
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Fail82,755 miles (+6,045)2 major2 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,755 miles
- Test number
- 525674434121
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Pass76,710 miles1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 76,710 miles
- Test number
- 249680495160
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Fail76,710 miles (+6,874)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,710 miles
- Test number
- 661440878819
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/R17 BRIDGESTONE RUN FLAT (5.2.3 (e))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/R17 BRIDGESTONE RUN FLAT (5.2.3 (e))
Pass69,836 miles (+5,627)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 69,836 miles
- Test number
- 641820644245
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/R17 BRIDGESTONE RUN FLAT (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/R17 BRIDGESTONE RUN FLAT (5.2.3 (e))
Pass64,209 miles (+5,002)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 64,209 miles
- Test number
- 856868782134
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Pass59,207 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 59,207 miles
- Test number
- 216998960187
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail59,207 miles (+4,352)1 dangerous2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,207 miles
- Test number
- 194460606132
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass54,855 miles (+1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 54,855 miles
- Test number
- 257106273535
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Fail54,854 miles (+4,881)2 dangerous3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 54,854 miles
- Test number
- 544335606574
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/R17 BRIDGESTONE RUN FLAT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/R17 BRIDGESTONE RUN FLAT (5.2.3 (e))
Pass49,973 miles (+4,627)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 49,973 miles
- Test number
- 847012188786
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone B (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass45,346 miles (+4,705)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 45,346 miles
- Test number
- 783243979992
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass40,641 miles (+645)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 40,641 miles
- Test number
- 572458177105
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass39,996 miles (+3,408)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 39,996 miles
- Test number
- 509132632177
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass36,588 miles (+2,360)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 36,588 miles
- Test number
- 704446535905
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass34,228 miles (+3,103)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 34,228 miles
- Test number
- 529740164220
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,125 miles (+2,511)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 31,125 miles
- Test number
- 347631263230
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,614 miles (+3,928)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 28,614 miles
- Test number
- 429152762213
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,686 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 24,686 miles
- Test number
- 289959151269
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail24,686 miles (+6,093)2 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 24,686 miles
- Test number
- 366319951272
- Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass18,593 miles (+2,618)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 18,593 miles
- Test number
- 424439850283
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass15,975 miles (+2,777)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 15,975 miles
- Test number
- 722980369277
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass13,198 miles
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 13,198 miles
- Test number
- 974386158232
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LR55 DLU
- Does LR55 DLU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 DLU is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LR55 DLU?
- The MOT on LR55 DLU is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LR55 DLU done?
- LR55 DLU was recorded at 82,759 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 3,986 miles a year.
- Has LR55 DLU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LR55 DLU has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
- Has the mileage on LR55 DLU 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 DLU find?
- LR55 DLU passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.
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