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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 4,799 cc

LR55 OVWMOT history

LR55 OVW is a black petrol BMW 550 first used on 18 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 113,717 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
113,717 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 OVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
550
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,799 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 OVW was last recorded at 113,717 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 7,491 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Mar 2016: 64,530 miles, lower than 64,537 miles on 16 Mar 2016.

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
106,226 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,491 miles
Average per year
5,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,717 miles
  • 2025 – 106,226 miles
  • 2024 – 96,421 miles
  • 2023 – 84,472 miles
  • 2022 – 76,984 miles
  • 2021 – 75,566 miles
  • 2020 – 74,985 miles
  • 2019 – 72,500 miles
  • 2018 – 70,722 miles
  • 2017 – 68,197 miles
  • 2016 – 64,530 miles
  • 2015 – 62,036 miles
  • 2014 – 58,968 miles
  • 2013 – 53,979 miles
  • 2012 – 48,227 miles
  • 2011 – 37,077 miles
  • 2009 – 34,936 miles
  • 2008 – 22,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,717 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    113,717 miles
    Test number
    594472018439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail113,717 miles (+7,491)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,717 miles
    Test number
    396142518694
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres badly worn on the edges of the tread (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass106,226 miles (+9,805)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    106,226 miles
    Test number
    715768706742
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,421 miles (+3)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    96,421 miles
    Test number
    830329014497
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail96,418 miles (+11,946)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,418 miles
    Test number
    694220878918
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,472 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    84,472 miles
    Test number
    305940376951
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail84,471 miles (+7,487)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,471 miles
    Test number
    819150989314
    • DangerousTyre has ply or cords exposed both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn both rear top ( front arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass76,984 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    76,984 miles
    Test number
    819741483685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,982 miles (+1,416)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,982 miles
    Test number
    645582416030
    • MajorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure exhaust mount broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Body component insecure inner wing insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass75,566 miles (+581)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    75,566 miles
    Test number
    776266527242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,985 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    74,985 miles
    Test number
    535555022899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi too inner bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi too bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail74,984 miles (+2,484)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,984 miles
    Test number
    189672272187
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system pipe from flexi leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi too inner bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi too bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass72,500 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    72,500 miles
    Test number
    570717879678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,722 miles
    Test number
    161190777904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,722 miles (+2,525)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,722 miles
    Test number
    486631387158
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear most arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass68,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,197 miles
    Test number
    963980682689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,197 miles (+3,667)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,197 miles
    Test number
    538554410166
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (1.8)

  18. Pass64,530 miles (-7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,530 miles
    Test number
    627254171234
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust/downpipe securing nuts corroded but exhaust still secure

  19. Fail64,537 miles (+2,501)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,537 miles
    Test number
    587373868421
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust/downpipe securing nuts corroded but exhaust still secure

  20. Pass62,036 miles (+3,068)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    62,036 miles
    Test number
    699813785024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass58,968 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    58,968 miles
    Test number
    788847534059
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail58,968 miles (+4,989)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,968 miles
    Test number
    648666234034
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass53,979 miles (+5,752)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    53,979 miles
    Test number
    667378553026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass48,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    48,227 miles
    Test number
    435227342033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,227 miles (+11,150)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,227 miles
    Test number
    179757642046
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass37,077 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,077 miles
    Test number
    245902011097
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  27. Fail37,077 miles (+2,141)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,077 miles
    Test number
    147930111025
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  28. Pass34,936 miles (+11,945)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,936 miles
    Test number
    682686419327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass22,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,991 miles
    Test number
    530518018399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 OVW

Does LR55 OVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 OVW is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 OVW?
The MOT on LR55 OVW is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 OVW done?
LR55 OVW was recorded at 113,717 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 5,080 miles a year.
Has LR55 OVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 OVW has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 OVW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR55 OVW find?
LR55 OVW passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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