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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 MKEMOT history

LR55 MKE is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 11 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 118,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2023.

LR55 MKE black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Mar 2024
Mileage
118,443 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 MKE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 MKE was last recorded at 118,443 miles on 11 Mar 2023, 2,473 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
115,970 miles · 12 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2,473 miles
Average per year
4,837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,443 miles
  • 2022 – 115,970 miles
  • 2021 – 113,505 miles
  • 2020 – 111,040 miles
  • 2019 – 106,862 miles
  • 2018 – 97,081 miles
  • 2017 – 93,826 miles
  • 2016 – 91,855 miles
  • 2015 – 85,819 miles
  • 2014 – 78,577 miles
  • 2013 – 73,589 miles
  • 2012 – 69,237 miles
  • 2011 – 67,020 miles
  • 2010 – 63,074 miles
  • 2009 – 52,098 miles
  • 2008 – 49,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,443 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,443 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    118,443 miles
    Test number
    650779227230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail118,443 miles (+2,473)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,443 miles
    Test number
    287140395810
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass115,970 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    115,970 miles
    Test number
    856342720580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail115,970 miles (+2,465)3 dangerous1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,970 miles
    Test number
    628888342090
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass113,505 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    113,505 miles
    Test number
    232753738992
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip to n/s (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail113,503 miles (+2,463)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,503 miles
    Test number
    213906622197
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding possibly p/brake (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip to n/s (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass111,040 miles (+4,178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,040 miles
    Test number
    401728735371
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  8. Pass106,862 miles (+9,781)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    106,862 miles
    Test number
    870352402038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has slight cracks on inner sidewall but not down to chords
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded slighly
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  9. Pass97,081 miles (+3,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    97,081 miles
    Test number
    203643925057
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass93,826 miles (+1,971)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    93,826 miles
    Test number
    112549247461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    91,855 miles
    Test number
    609707959723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,855 miles (+6,036)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,855 miles
    Test number
    647697855803
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass85,819 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    85,819 miles
    Test number
    139456425029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront beake discs slightly worn
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tapering on the inner edge
    • NoteRear brake discs wearing thin & corroded

  14. Fail85,819 miles (+7,242)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,819 miles
    Test number
    646366025035
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront beake discs slightly worn
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tapering on the inner edge
    • NoteRear brake discs wearing thin & corroded

  15. Pass78,577 miles (+4,988)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    78,577 miles
    Test number
    648499524001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,589 miles (+4,352)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    73,589 miles
    Test number
    999065693075
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteChild seats fitted to off side and near side rear seat belts

  17. Pass69,237 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,237 miles
    Test number
    925461502147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,065 miles (+2,045)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,065 miles
    Test number
    157137182403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,020 miles (+3,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    67,020 miles
    Test number
    966974681060
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass63,074 miles (+10,976)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    63,074 miles
    Test number
    794081380055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,098 miles (+2,600)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,098 miles
    Test number
    104237499089
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass49,498 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    49,498 miles
    Test number
    443513048428
    • NoteBoth front & rear tyres wearing on both edges
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs slightly lipped
    • NoteFront & rear brake pads approx,75% worn

Questions about LR55 MKE

Does LR55 MKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 MKE expired on 11 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 MKE?
The MOT on LR55 MKE expired on 11 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 MKE done?
LR55 MKE was recorded at 118,443 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2023, an average of 4,837 miles a year.
Has LR55 MKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 MKE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 MKE 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 MKE find?
LR55 MKE passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2023 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front exhaust mounting defective; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 5 more.

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