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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 VUAMOT history

LR55 VUA is a black petrol BMW 1 Series first used on 11 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 92,078 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LR55 VUA black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
92,078 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VUA was last recorded at 92,078 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,047 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
4,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,078 miles
  • 2025 – 81,151 miles
  • 2024 – 76,294 miles
  • 2023 – 75,151 miles
  • 2022 – 70,567 miles
  • 2021 – 65,800 miles
  • 2020 – 61,805 miles
  • 2019 – 58,318 miles
  • 2018 – 55,175 miles
  • 2017 – 52,649 miles
  • 2016 – 50,486 miles
  • 2015 – 48,243 miles
  • 2014 – 46,100 miles
  • 2013 – 43,262 miles
  • 2012 – 40,299 miles
  • 2011 – 37,572 miles
  • 2010 – 32,220 miles
  • 2009 – 25,241 miles
  • 2008 – 18,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,078 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,078 miles (+31)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    92,078 miles
    Test number
    334479179061
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail92,047 miles (+10,896)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,047 miles
    Test number
    863658631930
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass81,151 miles (+4,857)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    81,151 miles
    Test number
    205206437049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  4. Pass76,294 miles (+1,143)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    76,294 miles
    Test number
    638858236674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,151 miles (+97)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    75,151 miles
    Test number
    968584927727
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail75,054 miles (+4,487)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,054 miles
    Test number
    454862364958
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass70,567 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    70,567 miles
    Test number
    665983053751
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail70,567 miles (+4,767)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,567 miles
    Test number
    724393806530
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass65,800 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    65,800 miles
    Test number
    871038769995
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail65,800 miles (+3,995)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,800 miles
    Test number
    447732349362
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass61,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    61,805 miles
    Test number
    367907429100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,805 miles (+3,487)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,805 miles
    Test number
    188203971209
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass58,318 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,318 miles
    Test number
    751298314747
    • 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))

  14. Fail58,318 miles (+3,143)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,318 miles
    Test number
    299341774536
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (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))

  15. Pass55,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    55,175 miles
    Test number
    296199686624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail55,175 miles (+2,526)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,175 miles
    Test number
    391366405425
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  17. Pass52,649 miles (+2,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    52,649 miles
    Test number
    202311063459
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass50,486 miles (+2,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    50,486 miles
    Test number
    936472789568
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass48,243 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    48,243 miles
    Test number
    540364358477
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  20. Fail48,243 miles (+2,143)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,243 miles
    Test number
    733178246168
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  21. Pass46,100 miles (+2,838)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    46,100 miles
    Test number
    829353274216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass43,262 miles (+2,963)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    43,262 miles
    Test number
    226824373227
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

  23. Pass40,299 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    40,299 miles
    Test number
    249595782214
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail40,298 miles (+2,726)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,298 miles
    Test number
    389085382440
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass37,572 miles (+5,352)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    37,572 miles
    Test number
    497514481285
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass32,220 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    32,220 miles
    Test number
    432787580286
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Fail32,220 miles (+6,979)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,220 miles
    Test number
    953017080283
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass25,241 miles (+6,633)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    25,241 miles
    Test number
    291925979287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Pass18,608 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    18,608 miles
    Test number
    740292288246
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LR55 VUA

Does LR55 VUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 VUA is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VUA?
The MOT on LR55 VUA is valid until 3 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 VUA done?
LR55 VUA was recorded at 92,078 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 4,103 miles a year.
Has LR55 VUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VUA has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 VUA 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 VUA find?
LR55 VUA passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front.

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