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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LR55 EBVMOT history

LR55 EBV is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

LR55 EBV blue 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 13 May 2027
Mileage
96,391 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 EBV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 EBV was last recorded at 96,391 miles on 6 May 2026, 963 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,428 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
963 miles
Average per year
3,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,391 miles
  • 2025 – 95,428 miles
  • 2024 – 94,302 miles
  • 2023 – 92,323 miles
  • 2022 – 90,296 miles
  • 2021 – 88,537 miles
  • 2020 – 87,918 miles
  • 2019 – 85,451 miles
  • 2018 – 82,129 miles
  • 2017 – 79,145 miles
  • 2016 – 75,698 miles
  • 2015 – 71,669 miles
  • 2014 – 67,353 miles
  • 2013 – 63,308 miles
  • 2012 – 59,111 miles
  • 2011 – 53,923 miles
  • 2010 – 48,964 miles
  • 2009 – 43,051 miles
  • 2008 – 38,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,391 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,391 miles (+963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,391 miles
    Test number
    449639774586
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass95,428 miles (+1,126)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    95,428 miles
    Test number
    866626342016
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre centre of tread
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass94,302 miles (+1,979)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    94,302 miles
    Test number
    700682378506
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass92,323 miles (+2,027)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    92,323 miles
    Test number
    180442170128
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,296 miles (+1,759)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    90,296 miles
    Test number
    517028176120
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,537 miles (+619)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    88,537 miles
    Test number
    702770605976
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass87,918 miles (+2,467)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    87,918 miles
    Test number
    290294572244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,451 miles (+3,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,451 miles
    Test number
    774969756228
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass82,129 miles (+2,984)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    82,129 miles
    Test number
    512822673224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,145 miles (+3,447)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    79,145 miles
    Test number
    455609418659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,698 miles (+4,029)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    75,698 miles
    Test number
    497686674717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,669 miles (+4,316)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    71,669 miles
    Test number
    127573605158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,353 miles (+4,045)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,353 miles
    Test number
    167399394072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,308 miles (+4,197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    63,308 miles
    Test number
    106919703194
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass59,111 miles (+5,188)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    59,111 miles
    Test number
    836175612166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,923 miles (+4,959)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    53,923 miles
    Test number
    296755601423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,964 miles (+5,913)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,964 miles
    Test number
    950049810176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail43,051 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,051 miles
    Test number
    461732219184
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass43,051 miles (+4,349)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,051 miles
    Test number
    974852119123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    38,702 miles
    Test number
    442331428199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 EBV

Does LR55 EBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 EBV is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 EBV?
The MOT on LR55 EBV is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 EBV done?
LR55 EBV was recorded at 96,391 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 3,202 miles a year.
Has LR55 EBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 EBV has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2009.
Has the mileage on LR55 EBV 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 EBV find?
LR55 EBV passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 2 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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