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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 FVWMOT history

LR55 FVW is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 176,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2022.

LR55 FVW 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 1 Apr 2023
Mileage
176,380 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2022
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 FVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 FVW was last recorded at 176,380 miles on 2 Apr 2022, 150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Aug 2009: 50,897 miles, lower than 102,923 miles on 24 Sept 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
176,230 miles · 27 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
150 miles
Average per year
5,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 176,380 miles
  • 2021 – 176,230 miles
  • 2020 – 176,178 miles
  • 2019 – 173,411 miles
  • 2017 – 170,045 miles
  • 2016 – 166,486 miles
  • 2015 – 165,360 miles
  • 2014 – 165,260 miles
  • 2013 – 160,349 miles
  • 2012 – 154,811 miles
  • 2011 – 147,529 miles
  • 2010 – 139,296 miles
  • 2009 – 50,897 miles
  • 2008 – 102,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,380 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,380 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    176,380 miles
    Test number
    918774465919
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail176,380 miles (+150)7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,380 miles
    Test number
    846676475043
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass176,230 miles (+52)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    176,230 miles
    Test number
    392152031260
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass176,178 miles (+2,767)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    176,178 miles
    Test number
    749819956174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass173,411 miles (+3,366)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    173,411 miles
    Test number
    494597099341
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass170,045 miles (+3,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    170,045 miles
    Test number
    418122806301
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  7. Pass166,486 miles (+1,126)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    166,486 miles
    Test number
    872259436389
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  8. Pass165,360 miles (+100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    165,360 miles
    Test number
    422387880028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  9. Pass165,260 miles (+4,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    165,260 miles
    Test number
    937615404302
    • 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)

  10. Pass160,349 miles (+5,538)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    160,349 miles
    Test number
    829844403376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront pads low

  11. Pass154,811 miles (+7,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    154,811 miles
    Test number
    368316092488
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail147,529 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,529 miles
    Test number
    397637091438
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnderbody & sill covers fitted

  13. Pass147,529 miles (+8,233)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    147,529 miles
    Test number
    555737791272
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnderbody & sill covers fitted

  14. Pass139,296 miles (+88,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    139,296 miles
    Test number
    454835560233
    • 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)

  15. Pass50,897 miles (-52,026)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,897 miles
    Test number
    703787539270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,923 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    102,923 miles
    Test number
    570248768238
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR55 FVW

Does LR55 FVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 FVW expired on 1 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 FVW?
The MOT on LR55 FVW expired on 1 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 FVW done?
LR55 FVW was recorded at 176,380 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2022, an average of 5,433 miles a year.
Has LR55 FVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 FVW has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 FVW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Aug 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR55 FVW find?
LR55 FVW passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly damaged; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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