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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LR55 MLEMOT history

LR55 MLE is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 82,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2025.

LR55 MLE black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2026
Mileage
82,281 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2025
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 MLE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 MLE was last recorded at 82,281 miles on 27 Jan 2025, 5,766 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
76,515 miles · 22 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
5,766 miles
Average per year
3,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,281 miles
  • 2024 – 76,515 miles
  • 2022 – 67,963 miles
  • 2021 – 62,061 miles
  • 2020 – 55,818 miles
  • 2018 – 49,261 miles
  • 2017 – 46,260 miles
  • 2016 – 42,064 miles
  • 2015 – 38,313 miles
  • 2014 – 35,721 miles
  • 2013 – 34,621 miles
  • 2012 – 34,372 miles
  • 2011 – 34,366 miles
  • 2010 – 29,072 miles
  • 2008 – 20,321 miles
  • 2007 – 13,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,281 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at end marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,281 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    82,281 miles
    Test number
    199861666545
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at end marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail82,281 miles (+5,766)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,281 miles
    Test number
    592731446414
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at end marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass76,515 miles (+8,552)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    76,515 miles
    Test number
    128767620515
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes beside fuel tank slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass67,963 miles (+5,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    67,963 miles
    Test number
    161806399737
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre low pressure

  5. Pass62,061 miles (+6,243)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    62,061 miles
    Test number
    755954272028
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass55,818 miles (+6,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    55,818 miles
    Test number
    856648855012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass49,261 miles (+3,001)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    49,261 miles
    Test number
    726048067482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass46,260 miles (+4,196)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    46,260 miles
    Test number
    893707464530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,064 miles (+3,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    42,064 miles
    Test number
    756951751998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass38,313 miles (+2,592)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    38,313 miles
    Test number
    468897655631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,721 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    35,721 miles
    Test number
    228694724372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,621 miles (+249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    34,621 miles
    Test number
    725460933315
    • 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)

  13. Pass34,372 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    34,372 miles
    Test number
    169530592264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,366 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    34,366 miles
    Test number
    425552801176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,072 miles (+8,751)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    29,072 miles
    Test number
    223655800412
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  16. Pass20,321 miles (+6,729)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    20,321 miles
    Test number
    503469418387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass13,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    13,592 miles
    Test number
    113570227310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 MLE

Does LR55 MLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 MLE expired on 26 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 MLE?
The MOT on LR55 MLE expired on 26 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 MLE done?
LR55 MLE was recorded at 82,281 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2025, an average of 3,994 miles a year.
Has LR55 MLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 MLE has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 MLE 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 MLE find?
LR55 MLE passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at end marked with chalk; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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