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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,171 cc

LR55 FMGMOT history

LR55 FMG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 84,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

LR55 FMG 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 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
84,548 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 FMG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 FMG was last recorded at 84,548 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 15,178 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,370 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
15,178 miles
Average per year
4,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,548 miles
  • 2024 – 69,370 miles
  • 2023 – 56,074 miles
  • 2022 – 53,700 miles
  • 2021 – 50,491 miles
  • 2020 – 48,782 miles
  • 2019 – 46,960 miles
  • 2018 – 44,469 miles
  • 2017 – 40,829 miles
  • 2016 – 36,118 miles
  • 2015 – 32,724 miles
  • 2014 – 29,625 miles
  • 2013 – 26,924 miles
  • 2012 – 24,743 miles
  • 2011 – 23,399 miles
  • 2010 – 21,351 miles
  • 2009 – 18,136 miles
  • 2008 – 13,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,548 miles
  • AdvisoryProtective covers/undertrays fitted to vehicle underside.
  • AdvisoryTest carried out in wet weather conditions.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/f & n/s/f

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/f & n/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,548 miles (+15,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    84,548 miles
    Test number
    971101836286
    • AdvisoryProtective covers/undertrays fitted to vehicle underside.
    • AdvisoryTest carried out in wet weather conditions.
  2. Pass69,370 miles (+13,296)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    69,370 miles
    Test number
    279005087091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass56,074 miles (+2,374)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    56,074 miles
    Test number
    925856409646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass53,700 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    53,700 miles
    Test number
    254656091587
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail53,700 miles (+3,209)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,700 miles
    Test number
    568826697216
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass50,491 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    50,491 miles
    Test number
    578617066169
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail50,491 miles (+1,709)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,491 miles
    Test number
    459993313019
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass48,782 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    48,782 miles
    Test number
    353468251311
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail48,782 miles (+1,822)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,782 miles
    Test number
    580371268747
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive & oil level low (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass46,960 miles (+2,491)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,960 miles
    Test number
    831799983157
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f & n/s/f & o/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f & n/s/f worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass44,469 miles (+3,640)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    44,469 miles
    Test number
    581158402334
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass40,829 miles (+4,711)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    40,829 miles
    Test number
    328803266873
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNoise from o/s/r wheel / brake
  13. Pass36,118 miles (+3,394)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    36,118 miles
    Test number
    305013620525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,724 miles (+3,099)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    32,724 miles
    Test number
    308020559600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,625 miles (+2,701)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    29,625 miles
    Test number
    118120594227
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass26,924 miles (+2,181)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    26,924 miles
    Test number
    406114693233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,743 miles (+1,344)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    24,743 miles
    Test number
    415282592262
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass23,399 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    23,399 miles
    Test number
    516837571223
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s rear tyre is cut on sidewall
  19. Fail23,399 miles (+2,048)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,399 miles
    Test number
    218137471215
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs are very worn
    • NoteN/s rear tyre is cut on sidewall
  20. Pass21,351 miles (+3,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    21,351 miles
    Test number
    193850180287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass18,136 miles (+4,900)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    18,136 miles
    Test number
    533425399207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    13,236 miles
    Test number
    123371098208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 FMG

Does LR55 FMG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 FMG is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR55 FMG?
The MOT on LR55 FMG is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 FMG done?
LR55 FMG was recorded at 84,548 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 4,187 miles a year.
Has LR55 FMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 FMG has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 FMG 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 FMG find?
LR55 FMG passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: protective covers/undertrays fitted to vehicle underside.; test carried out in wet weather conditions..

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