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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 VUNMOT history

LR55 VUN is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 200,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2023.

LR55 VUN black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2024
Mileage
200,976 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,687 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VUN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VUN was last recorded at 200,976 miles on 5 Apr 2023, 14,655 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,321 miles · 17 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
14,655 miles
Average per year
11,687 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 200,976 miles
  • 2022 – 186,321 miles
  • 2021 – 169,440 miles
  • 2020 – 169,424 miles
  • 2019 – 167,973 miles
  • 2018 – 163,746 miles
  • 2017 – 157,598 miles
  • 2016 – 113,600 miles
  • 2015 – 69,181 miles
  • 2013 – 57,660 miles
  • 2012 – 55,977 miles
  • 2011 – 51,865 miles
  • 2010 – 46,998 miles
  • 2009 – 41,114 miles
  • 2008 – 32,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,976 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corroded and undersealed, no signs of repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAftermarket exhaust, not excessively loud

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,976 miles (+14,655)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    200,976 miles
    Test number
    933817033984
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corroded and undersealed, no signs of repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAftermarket exhaust, not excessively loud

  2. Pass186,321 miles (+16,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    186,321 miles
    Test number
    977518962965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass169,440 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    169,440 miles
    Test number
    394891286020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  4. Fail169,424 miles (+1,451)4 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,424 miles
    Test number
    989309604909
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass167,973 miles (+4,227)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    167,973 miles
    Test number
    313850883694
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  6. Pass163,746 miles (+6,148)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    163,746 miles
    Test number
    786734512487
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at tank (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass157,598 miles (+43,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    157,598 miles
    Test number
    983139991165
    • 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)

  8. Pass113,600 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    113,600 miles
    Test number
    146517194167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail113,432 miles (+44,251)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,432 miles
    Test number
    732867973549
    • 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)

  10. Pass69,181 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    69,181 miles
    Test number
    277422215181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail69,180 miles (+2,251)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,180 miles
    Test number
    858871415168
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front inner tyres worn on edges.

  12. Pass66,929 miles (+9,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    66,929 miles
    Test number
    198033035008
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass57,660 miles (+1,683)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,660 miles
    Test number
    295649313158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,977 miles (+4,112)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,977 miles
    Test number
    246929212368
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass51,865 miles (+4,867)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    51,865 miles
    Test number
    465332131301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/pitted

  16. Pass46,998 miles (+5,884)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,998 miles
    Test number
    431023130333
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/lipped
    • NoteRear brake discs worn/lipped

  17. Pass41,114 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    41,114 miles
    Test number
    340039429318
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail41,114 miles (+8,508)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,114 miles
    Test number
    773429329316
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass32,606 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,606 miles
    Test number
    362802318328
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges

Questions about LR55 VUN

Does LR55 VUN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 VUN expired on 4 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VUN?
The MOT on LR55 VUN expired on 4 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 VUN done?
LR55 VUN was recorded at 200,976 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2023, an average of 11,687 miles a year.
Has LR55 VUN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VUN has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LR55 VUN 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 VUN find?
LR55 VUN passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2023 with 12 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 9 more.

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