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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LR55 PWXMOT history

LR55 PWX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 54,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

LR55 PWX silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
54,088 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 PWX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 PWX was last recorded at 54,088 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 2,835 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,253 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,835 miles
Average per year
2,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,088 miles
  • 2024 – 51,253 miles
  • 2022 – 45,067 miles
  • 2021 – 41,174 miles
  • 2020 – 39,996 miles
  • 2019 – 37,613 miles
  • 2017 – 35,265 miles
  • 2016 – 33,667 miles
  • 2015 – 31,759 miles
  • 2014 – 26,811 miles
  • 2013 – 21,108 miles
  • 2012 – 16,877 miles
  • 2011 – 14,268 miles
  • 2010 – 11,619 miles
  • 2009 – 9,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,088 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,088 miles (+2,835)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    54,088 miles
    Test number
    402518283616
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass51,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    51,253 miles
    Test number
    675516826295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail51,253 miles (+3,178)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,253 miles
    Test number
    266352753340
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass48,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    48,075 miles
    Test number
    455025090932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail48,075 miles (+3,008)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,075 miles
    Test number
    765625059074
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  6. Pass45,067 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    45,067 miles
    Test number
    679388673186
    • 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. Fail45,067 miles (+2,026)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,067 miles
    Test number
    301007459306
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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. Pass43,041 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    43,041 miles
    Test number
    978319370629
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail43,041 miles (+1,867)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,041 miles
    Test number
    888301566809
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass41,174 miles (+1,178)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    41,174 miles
    Test number
    689447032942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,996 miles (+2,383)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    39,996 miles
    Test number
    517721828982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,613 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    37,613 miles
    Test number
    359810614311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail37,613 miles (+2,348)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,613 miles
    Test number
    958970414436
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass35,265 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    35,265 miles
    Test number
    419839263647
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail35,263 miles (+1,596)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,263 miles
    Test number
    748135455345
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass33,667 miles (+1,908)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    33,667 miles
    Test number
    381519606584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass31,759 miles (+4,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    31,759 miles
    Test number
    874788186236
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front brake hoses starting to split

  18. Fail26,811 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,811 miles
    Test number
    247754744394
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass26,811 miles (+5,703)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    26,811 miles
    Test number
    815824844332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass21,108 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    21,108 miles
    Test number
    498291333493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre treads worn unevenly
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail21,108 miles (+4,231)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,108 miles
    Test number
    767371133381
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre treads worn unevenly
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail16,877 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,877 miles
    Test number
    565329312398
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass16,877 miles (+2,609)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    16,877 miles
    Test number
    667039612329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,268 miles (+2,649)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    14,268 miles
    Test number
    526125531398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass11,619 miles (+1,996)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    11,619 miles
    Test number
    262419420325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass9,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    9,623 miles
    Test number
    123665119372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 PWX

Does LR55 PWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 PWX is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 PWX?
The MOT on LR55 PWX is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 PWX done?
LR55 PWX was recorded at 54,088 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 2,745 miles a year.
Has LR55 PWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 PWX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 PWX 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 PWX find?
LR55 PWX passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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