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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 UXVMOT history

LR55 UXV is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 124,204 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2025.

LR55 UXV silver 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 14 May 2026
Mileage
124,204 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 UXV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 May 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 UXV was last recorded at 124,204 miles on 17 Apr 2025, 2,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,443 miles · 7 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,761 miles
Average per year
5,932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,204 miles
  • 2024 – 121,443 miles
  • 2023 – 115,856 miles
  • 2022 – 114,502 miles
  • 2021 – 112,931 miles
  • 2020 – 111,345 miles
  • 2019 – 110,172 miles
  • 2018 – 108,529 miles
  • 2017 – 106,966 miles
  • 2016 – 105,004 miles
  • 2015 – 95,151 miles
  • 2014 – 85,443 miles
  • 2013 – 75,041 miles
  • 2012 – 65,388 miles
  • 2011 – 55,906 miles
  • 2010 – 46,213 miles
  • 2009 – 37,050 miles
  • 2008 – 26,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,204 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,204 miles (+2,761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    124,204 miles
    Test number
    493474448715
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass121,443 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    121,443 miles
    Test number
    617244611837
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail121,439 miles (+5,583)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,439 miles
    Test number
    566442419649
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass115,856 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    115,856 miles
    Test number
    786044700435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail115,855 miles (+1,353)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,855 miles
    Test number
    240356790587
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  6. Pass114,502 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    114,502 miles
    Test number
    751993893312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail114,502 miles (+1,571)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,502 miles
    Test number
    676098567516
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass112,931 miles (+1,586)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,931 miles
    Test number
    730173564110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,345 miles (+1,173)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    111,345 miles
    Test number
    434891555965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass110,172 miles (+1,643)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    110,172 miles
    Test number
    725519917897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,529 miles (+1,563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,529 miles
    Test number
    496474530507
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass106,966 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    106,966 miles
    Test number
    164164848707
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail106,966 miles (+1,962)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,966 miles
    Test number
    477903030416
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass105,004 miles (+9,853)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    105,004 miles
    Test number
    433987942212
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  15. Pass95,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    95,151 miles
    Test number
    420820649061
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail95,151 miles (+9,708)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,151 miles
    Test number
    935364863519
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass85,443 miles (+10,402)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    85,443 miles
    Test number
    989459214371
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  18. Pass75,041 miles (+9,653)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    75,041 miles
    Test number
    458431613379
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass65,388 miles (+9,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,388 miles
    Test number
    697388812385
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass55,906 miles (+9,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,906 miles
    Test number
    277126611395
    • 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)

  21. Pass46,213 miles (+9,163)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,213 miles
    Test number
    381136790224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,050 miles (+10,642)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,050 miles
    Test number
    472760619345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,408 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    26,408 miles
    Test number
    874035798261
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail26,407 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,407 miles
    Test number
    554555798294
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LR55 UXV

Does LR55 UXV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 UXV expired on 14 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 UXV?
The MOT on LR55 UXV expired on 14 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 UXV done?
LR55 UXV was recorded at 124,204 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2025, an average of 5,932 miles a year.
Has LR55 UXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 UXV has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 UXV 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 UXV find?
LR55 UXV passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; fluid leak, but not excessive.

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