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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 OWEMOT history

LR55 OWE is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 211,515 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

LR55 OWE blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
211,515 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 OWE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 OWE was last recorded at 211,515 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 7,351 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,164 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,351 miles
Average per year
10,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 211,515 miles
  • 2025 – 204,164 miles
  • 2024 – 191,332 miles
  • 2023 – 173,676 miles
  • 2022 – 161,785 miles
  • 2021 – 147,001 miles
  • 2020 – 139,145 miles
  • 2018 – 133,325 miles
  • 2017 – 128,686 miles
  • 2016 – 124,597 miles
  • 2015 – 121,680 miles
  • 2014 – 110,416 miles
  • 2013 – 98,951 miles
  • 2012 – 86,531 miles
  • 2011 – 74,711 miles
  • 2010 – 48,586 miles
  • 2009 – 27,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,515 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,515 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    211,515 miles
    Test number
    345410877052
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail211,515 miles (+7,351)1 dangerous2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,515 miles
    Test number
    404967023278
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass204,164 miles (+16)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    204,164 miles
    Test number
    491249339923
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail204,148 miles (+12,816)1 dangerous2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,148 miles
    Test number
    648327689254
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass191,332 miles (+17,656)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    191,332 miles
    Test number
    382397023076
    • MinorCentral Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass173,676 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    173,676 miles
    Test number
    983239909024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail173,675 miles (+11,890)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,675 miles
    Test number
    415161698362
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass161,785 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    161,785 miles
    Test number
    623107763067
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail161,785 miles (+14,784)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,785 miles
    Test number
    364925726303
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass147,001 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    147,001 miles
    Test number
    141992622815
    • 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))

  11. Fail146,992 miles (+7,847)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,992 miles
    Test number
    631968387612
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))

  12. Pass139,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    139,145 miles
    Test number
    330119736777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail139,145 miles (+5,820)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,145 miles
    Test number
    680942918014
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass133,325 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    133,325 miles
    Test number
    577080191831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail133,325 miles (+4,639)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,325 miles
    Test number
    542523405738
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass128,686 miles (+4,089)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    128,686 miles
    Test number
    744470254467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass124,597 miles (+2,917)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    124,597 miles
    Test number
    742143299203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass121,680 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    121,680 miles
    Test number
    115679575448
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail121,676 miles (+11,260)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,676 miles
    Test number
    115149475007
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass110,416 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    110,416 miles
    Test number
    277655754086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail110,412 miles (+11,461)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,412 miles
    Test number
    975635554009
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass98,951 miles (+12,420)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    98,951 miles
    Test number
    287050463083
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteOffside rear tyre between 2 and 3mm
    • NoteSlight wear on rear brake discs

  23. Pass86,531 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    86,531 miles
    Test number
    258772852057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs have slight wear
    • NoteFront wheels require tracking
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outter edger just legel
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outter edge

  24. Fail86,527 miles (+11,816)2 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,527 miles
    Test number
    688702352045
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs have slight wear
    • NoteFront wheels require tracking
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outter edger just legel
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outter edge
    • NoteSlight travel on handbrake

  25. Pass74,711 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    74,711 miles
    Test number
    237615241007
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail74,711 miles (+26,125)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,711 miles
    Test number
    668182541009
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass48,586 miles (+20,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    48,586 miles
    Test number
    140200960460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass27,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,601 miles
    Test number
    221578209040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 OWE

Does LR55 OWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 OWE is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 OWE?
The MOT on LR55 OWE is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 OWE done?
LR55 OWE was recorded at 211,515 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 10,503 miles a year.
Has LR55 OWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 OWE has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 OWE 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 OWE find?
LR55 OWE passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly damaged; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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