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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 FNGMOT history

LR55 FNG is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 155,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2023.

LR55 FNG blue 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 25 Aug 2024
Mileage
155,213 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2023
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 FNG
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
28 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 FNG was last recorded at 155,213 miles on 26 Aug 2023, 9,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,962 miles · 6 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
9,251 miles
Average per year
8,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,213 miles
  • 2022 – 145,962 miles
  • 2021 – 136,034 miles
  • 2020 – 122,047 miles
  • 2019 – 104,616 miles
  • 2018 – 88,482 miles
  • 2016 – 87,542 miles
  • 2015 – 81,812 miles
  • 2014 – 77,272 miles
  • 2013 – 69,813 miles
  • 2012 – 57,056 miles
  • 2011 – 45,951 miles
  • 2010 – 45,433 miles
  • 2009 – 33,006 miles
  • 2008 – 22,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,213 miles
  • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySide skirts/ sill covers and under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some under-side components.

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 Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,213 miles (+9,251)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    155,213 miles
    Test number
    183191140772
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySide skirts/ sill covers and under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some under-side components.

  2. Pass145,962 miles (+9,928)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    145,962 miles
    Test number
    367727534369
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  3. Pass136,034 miles (+169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    136,034 miles
    Test number
    672743216145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail135,865 miles (+13,818)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,865 miles
    Test number
    855300997299
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass122,047 miles (+17,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    122,047 miles
    Test number
    504340959029
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  6. Pass104,616 miles (+16,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    104,616 miles
    Test number
    608253000491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,482 miles (+940)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    88,482 miles
    Test number
    428659813596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass87,542 miles (+5,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    87,542 miles
    Test number
    498184977838
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Pass81,812 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    81,812 miles
    Test number
    249310005444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail81,776 miles (+4,504)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,776 miles
    Test number
    269510395073
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass77,272 miles (+7,459)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,272 miles
    Test number
    388659864081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass69,813 miles (+12,757)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    69,813 miles
    Test number
    758340373013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,056 miles (+11,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    57,056 miles
    Test number
    888284012034
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass45,951 miles (+518)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,951 miles
    Test number
    556124511031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    45,433 miles
    Test number
    104582250344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail45,433 miles (+12,427)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,433 miles
    Test number
    820642150330
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass33,006 miles (+10,717)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    33,006 miles
    Test number
    231310019356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,289 miles (+176)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    22,289 miles
    Test number
    402520868207
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  19. Fail22,113 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,113 miles
    Test number
    220964758298
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Questions about LR55 FNG

Does LR55 FNG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 FNG expired on 25 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 FNG?
The MOT on LR55 FNG expired on 25 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 FNG done?
LR55 FNG was recorded at 155,213 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2023, an average of 8,899 miles a year.
Has LR55 FNG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 FNG has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on LR55 FNG 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 FNG find?
LR55 FNG passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2023 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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