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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 MGXMOT history

LR55 MGX is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 274,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2024.

LR55 MGX red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2025
Mileage
274,969 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
12,061 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 MGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 MGX was last recorded at 274,969 miles on 19 Jan 2024, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
274,937 miles · 8 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
12,061 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 274,969 miles
  • 2023 – 274,912 miles
  • 2022 – 254,177 miles
  • 2021 – 227,085 miles
  • 2019 – 209,688 miles
  • 2018 – 202,610 miles
  • 2017 – 193,513 miles
  • 2016 – 180,057 miles
  • 2015 – 178,393 miles
  • 2014 – 172,550 miles
  • 2013 – 157,022 miles
  • 2011 – 139,478 miles
  • 2010 – 119,560 miles
  • 2009 – 110,638 miles
  • 2008 – 90,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass274,969 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass274,969 miles (+32)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    274,969 miles
    Test number
    103154554570
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail274,937 miles (+25)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,937 miles
    Test number
    942157877224
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail274,912 miles (+20,735)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,912 miles
    Test number
    337919762649
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass254,177 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    254,177 miles
    Test number
    365826697507
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail254,177 miles (+27,092)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,177 miles
    Test number
    924986726454
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass227,085 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    227,085 miles
    Test number
    233723502199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail227,085 miles (+17,397)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,085 miles
    Test number
    149719954982
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Back arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass209,688 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    209,688 miles
    Test number
    482472421295
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Fail209,688 miles (+5,076)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,688 miles
    Test number
    542598477300
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Back arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Fail204,612 miles (+2,002)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,612 miles
    Test number
    932835658427
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bearing noise from front
    • AdvisoryFront Front registration plate cracked but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sensor broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sensor broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass202,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    202,610 miles
    Test number
    504384073815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail202,610 miles (+9,097)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,610 miles
    Test number
    666252134409
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  13. Pass193,513 miles (+13,456)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    193,513 miles
    Test number
    879802429564
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass180,057 miles (+1,664)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    180,057 miles
    Test number
    236888815555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass178,393 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    178,393 miles
    Test number
    369259295044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBearing noise from front
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear bumper damaged

  16. Fail178,393 miles (+5,843)3 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,393 miles
    Test number
    976398595061
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBearing noise from front
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear bumper damaged

  17. Fail172,550 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,550 miles
    Test number
    715934394063
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorated

  18. Pass172,550 miles (+15,528)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    172,550 miles
    Test number
    788844094088
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorated

  19. Pass157,022 miles (+17,544)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    157,022 miles
    Test number
    897964213050
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass139,478 miles (+19,918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    139,478 miles
    Test number
    455438441402
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass119,560 miles (+4,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    119,560 miles
    Test number
    674244150371
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass115,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    115,055 miles
    Test number
    793054800075
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail115,055 miles (+4,417)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,055 miles
    Test number
    782444600030
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass110,638 miles (+19,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    110,638 miles
    Test number
    353916319431
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass90,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    90,715 miles
    Test number
    292053088252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  26. Fail90,715 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,715 miles
    Test number
    413603088292
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LR55 MGX

Does LR55 MGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 MGX expired on 18 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 MGX?
The MOT on LR55 MGX expired on 18 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 MGX done?
LR55 MGX was recorded at 274,969 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2024, an average of 12,061 miles a year.
Has LR55 MGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 MGX has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 MGX 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 MGX find?
LR55 MGX passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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