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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,996 cc

LR55 FMEMOT history

LR55 FME is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 43,145 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2026.

LR55 FME grey 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 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
43,145 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 FME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 FME was last recorded at 43,145 miles on 10 Jan 2026, 720 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,425 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
720 miles
Average per year
2,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,145 miles
  • 2025 – 42,425 miles
  • 2024 – 41,755 miles
  • 2022 – 40,708 miles
  • 2021 – 39,387 miles
  • 2020 – 36,516 miles
  • 2018 – 35,263 miles
  • 2017 – 33,664 miles
  • 2016 – 30,254 miles
  • 2014 – 27,205 miles
  • 2013 – 24,561 miles
  • 2012 – 21,462 miles
  • 2011 – 13,399 miles
  • 2009 – 10,365 miles
  • 2008 – 7,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,145 miles

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,145 miles (+720)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    43,145 miles
    Test number
    551752273627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass42,425 miles (+670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    42,425 miles
    Test number
    568226770661
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass41,755 miles (+1,047)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    41,755 miles
    Test number
    715544025537
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass40,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    40,708 miles
    Test number
    405632705253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail40,708 miles (+1,321)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,708 miles
    Test number
    357890440521
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  6. Pass39,387 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    39,387 miles
    Test number
    989880821058
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail39,387 miles (+1,126)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,387 miles
    Test number
    893839766719
    • MajorFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  8. Pass38,261 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    38,261 miles
    Test number
    781552290221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,516 miles (+1,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    36,516 miles
    Test number
    759000790906
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass35,263 miles (+1,599)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    35,263 miles
    Test number
    227600449934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,664 miles (+1,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    33,664 miles
    Test number
    644905280367
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre wall has a cut but not deep enough to reach the cords or ply
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut on tread side but not deep enough to reach the cords or ply

  12. Pass32,298 miles (+2,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    32,298 miles
    Test number
    708977880934
    • AdvisoryLight damage to O/S/F wing & bonnet
    • AdvisorySmall cut in O/S/F tyre outer side wall

  13. Pass30,254 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    30,254 miles
    Test number
    782917552033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail30,253 miles (+3,048)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,253 miles
    Test number
    920498970767
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position cannot be open (8.4.1)

  15. Pass27,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    27,205 miles
    Test number
    958170154385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail27,205 miles (+2,644)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,205 miles
    Test number
    755720854371
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass24,561 miles (+3,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    24,561 miles
    Test number
    567100753321
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass21,462 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    21,462 miles
    Test number
    896379852359
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked

  19. Fail21,462 miles (+2,435)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,462 miles
    Test number
    267755152345
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked

  20. Pass19,027 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    19,027 miles
    Test number
    165036202069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail19,023 miles (+5,624)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,023 miles
    Test number
    658985202032
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass13,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    13,399 miles
    Test number
    388407301026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail13,398 miles (+3,033)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,398 miles
    Test number
    876007101095
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass10,365 miles (+2,947)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    10,365 miles
    Test number
    433737159475
    • 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)

  25. Pass7,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    7,418 miles
    Test number
    982997258362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 FME

Does LR55 FME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 FME is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 FME?
The MOT on LR55 FME is valid until 9 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 FME done?
LR55 FME was recorded at 43,145 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2026, an average of 2,095 miles a year.
Has LR55 FME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 FME has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 FME 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 FME find?
LR55 FME passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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