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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LR55 EYTMOT history

LR55 EYT is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 196,724 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2025.

LR55 EYT grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2026
Mileage
196,724 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 EYT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 EYT was last recorded at 196,724 miles on 16 Jan 2025, 3,797 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,927 miles · 19 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
3,797 miles
Average per year
9,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 196,724 miles
  • 2024 – 192,927 miles
  • 2023 – 187,493 miles
  • 2022 – 177,151 miles
  • 2021 – 168,656 miles
  • 2019 – 166,084 miles
  • 2018 – 162,669 miles
  • 2017 – 141,707 miles
  • 2016 – 125,841 miles
  • 2015 – 116,326 miles
  • 2014 – 102,479 miles
  • 2013 – 86,442 miles
  • 2012 – 67,400 miles
  • 2011 – 59,806 miles
  • 2010 – 57,012 miles
  • 2009 – 53,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,724 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    196,724 miles
    Test number
    677995604995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail196,724 miles (+3,797)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,724 miles
    Test number
    454980057673
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass192,927 miles (+5,434)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    192,927 miles
    Test number
    799470109509
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass187,493 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    187,493 miles
    Test number
    932222086725
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail187,493 miles (+10,342)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,493 miles
    Test number
    985845745830
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass177,151 miles (+44)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    177,151 miles
    Test number
    971393537519
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail177,107 miles (+8,451)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,107 miles
    Test number
    916781493765
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass168,656 miles (+2,572)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    168,656 miles
    Test number
    331183462175
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  9. Pass166,084 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    166,084 miles
    Test number
    745907113281
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Fail166,084 miles (+3,415)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,084 miles
    Test number
    598013229517
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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 (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass162,669 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    162,669 miles
    Test number
    250412799658
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3m (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail162,669 miles (+20,962)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,669 miles
    Test number
    940286989863
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working inner and outer (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3m (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass141,707 miles (+15,866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    141,707 miles
    Test number
    867836363600
    • 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)
  14. Pass125,841 miles (+9,515)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    125,841 miles
    Test number
    765334594158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass116,326 miles (+99)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    116,326 miles
    Test number
    695835365082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Fail116,227 miles (+13,748)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,227 miles
    Test number
    567193465024
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass102,479 miles (+85)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    102,479 miles
    Test number
    495341884024
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/r lower rose bush
  18. Fail102,394 miles (+15,952)1 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,394 miles
    Test number
    315819174070
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/r lower rose bush
  19. Pass86,442 miles (+19,042)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    86,442 miles
    Test number
    738051883034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass67,400 miles (+7,594)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    67,400 miles
    Test number
    115575042084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,806 miles (+2,794)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    59,806 miles
    Test number
    297139431030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,012 miles (+3,822)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    57,012 miles
    Test number
    970949040071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,190 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    53,190 miles
    Test number
    453934259013
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LR55 EYT

Does LR55 EYT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 EYT expired on 31 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 EYT?
The MOT on LR55 EYT expired on 31 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 EYT done?
LR55 EYT was recorded at 196,724 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2025, an average of 9,030 miles a year.
Has LR55 EYT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 EYT has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 EYT 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 EYT find?
LR55 EYT passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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