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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LR55 JYHMOT history

LR55 JYH is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 157,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2024.

LR55 JYH 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 3 May 2025
Mileage
157,098 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2024
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 JYH
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
27 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 May 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 JYH was last recorded at 157,098 miles on 16 Apr 2024, 11,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
146,049 miles · 4 May 2023
Between the last two tests
11,049 miles
Average per year
4,552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 157,098 miles
  • 2023 – 146,049 miles
  • 2022 – 143,886 miles
  • 2021 – 141,891 miles
  • 2020 – 139,271 miles
  • 2019 – 135,221 miles
  • 2018 – 127,529 miles
  • 2017 – 119,568 miles
  • 2016 – 112,189 miles
  • 2015 – 111,568 miles
  • 2014 – 108,075 miles
  • 2013 – 104,019 miles
  • 2012 – 102,258 miles
  • 2011 – 99,312 miles
  • 2010 – 94,880 miles
  • 2009 – 87,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,098 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 29 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,098 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    157,098 miles
    Test number
    633154583938
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail157,098 miles (+11,049)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,098 miles
    Test number
    806310678797
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass146,049 miles (+2,163)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    146,049 miles
    Test number
    827958802447
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass143,886 miles (+1,995)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    143,886 miles
    Test number
    654398711392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass141,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    141,891 miles
    Test number
    288824664330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail141,891 miles (+2,620)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,891 miles
    Test number
    680853171197
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass139,271 miles (+4,050)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    139,271 miles
    Test number
    987521645465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass135,221 miles (+7,692)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    135,221 miles
    Test number
    885824847042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass127,529 miles (+7,961)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    127,529 miles
    Test number
    911719153023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass119,568 miles (+7,379)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    119,568 miles
    Test number
    439176050067
    • AdvisoryBonnet 2-3 attempts to open
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass112,189 miles (+621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    112,189 miles
    Test number
    534548183807
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass111,568 miles (+3,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    111,568 miles
    Test number
    387267885006
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  13. Pass108,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    108,075 miles
    Test number
    938908884063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail108,075 miles (+4,056)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,075 miles
    Test number
    585768684009
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • FailureOffside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass104,019 miles (+1,761)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    104,019 miles
    Test number
    808397183074
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Pass102,258 miles (+2,946)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    102,258 miles
    Test number
    479575332001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass99,312 miles (+4,432)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    99,312 miles
    Test number
    179276331038
    • NoteN/s & o/s front tyre edges worn

  18. Pass94,880 miles (+7,029)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    94,880 miles
    Test number
    182068920477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,851 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    87,851 miles
    Test number
    674599929006
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight bind on offside rear brake

Questions about LR55 JYH

Does LR55 JYH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 JYH expired on 3 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 JYH?
The MOT on LR55 JYH expired on 3 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 JYH done?
LR55 JYH was recorded at 157,098 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2024, an average of 4,552 miles a year.
Has LR55 JYH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 JYH has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 JYH 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 JYH find?
LR55 JYH passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2024 with 8 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 5 more.

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