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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 OVZMOT history

LR55 OVZ is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 150,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2022.

LR55 OVZ 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 8 Dec 2023
Mileage
150,387 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 OVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 OVZ was last recorded at 150,387 miles on 3 Dec 2022, 10,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
139,801 miles · 6 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
10,586 miles
Average per year
9,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 150,387 miles
  • 2021 – 139,801 miles
  • 2020 – 130,301 miles
  • 2019 – 128,386 miles
  • 2018 – 121,271 miles
  • 2017 – 112,730 miles
  • 2016 – 108,395 miles
  • 2015 – 98,781 miles
  • 2014 – 85,549 miles
  • 2013 – 65,015 miles
  • 2012 – 52,042 miles
  • 2011 – 42,559 miles
  • 2010 – 24,840 miles
  • 2009 – 20,906 miles
  • 2008 – 14,514 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,387 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass150,387 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    150,387 miles
    Test number
    563935724776
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail150,387 miles (+10,586)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,387 miles
    Test number
    165754497871
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass139,801 miles (+9,500)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    139,801 miles
    Test number
    200769063856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass130,301 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    130,301 miles
    Test number
    843590142998
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  5. Fail130,301 miles (+1,915)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,301 miles
    Test number
    737564739346
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  6. Pass128,386 miles (+7,115)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,386 miles
    Test number
    552887897663
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak antifreeze leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing out from inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearout inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass121,271 miles (+8,541)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    121,271 miles
    Test number
    671112792312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,730 miles (+4,335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    112,730 miles
    Test number
    146411524572
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass108,395 miles (+9,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    108,395 miles
    Test number
    310938165969
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass98,781 miles (+13,232)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    98,781 miles
    Test number
    384121297432
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass85,549 miles (+20,534)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    85,549 miles
    Test number
    239612224304
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass65,015 miles (+12,973)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    65,015 miles
    Test number
    449774633421
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass52,042 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    52,042 miles
    Test number
    477502022344
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  14. Fail52,042 miles (+9,483)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,042 miles
    Test number
    297332822321
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  15. Pass42,559 miles (+17,719)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,559 miles
    Test number
    956570631345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    24,840 miles
    Test number
    191630040309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail24,848 miles (+3,942)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,848 miles
    Test number
    110360340358
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass20,906 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    20,906 miles
    Test number
    501412549380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,507 miles (+5,993)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    20,507 miles
    Test number
    344355889285
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass14,514 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    14,514 miles
    Test number
    293416598205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR55 OVZ

Does LR55 OVZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 OVZ expired on 8 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 OVZ?
The MOT on LR55 OVZ expired on 8 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 OVZ done?
LR55 OVZ was recorded at 150,387 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2022, an average of 9,627 miles a year.
Has LR55 OVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 OVZ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 OVZ 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 OVZ find?
LR55 OVZ passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front bumper damaged; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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