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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 VWNMOT history

LR55 VWN is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 214,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2025.

LR55 VWN blue 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 9 Feb 2026
Mileage
214,422 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,576 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VWN
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
11 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VWN was last recorded at 214,422 miles on 4 Feb 2025, 6,223 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,199 miles · 10 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
6,223 miles
Average per year
10,576 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 214,422 miles
  • 2024 – 208,199 miles
  • 2023 – 203,515 miles
  • 2022 – 198,748 miles
  • 2021 – 192,973 miles
  • 2020 – 189,392 miles
  • 2019 – 182,352 miles
  • 2018 – 178,181 miles
  • 2017 – 173,524 miles
  • 2016 – 164,055 miles
  • 2015 – 140,930 miles
  • 2014 – 112,112 miles
  • 2013 – 91,655 miles
  • 2012 – 85,455 miles
  • 2011 – 72,824 miles
  • 2010 – 59,581 miles
  • 2009 – 59,486 miles
  • 2008 – 42,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,422 miles
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components have light surface corrosion

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,422 miles (+6,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    214,422 miles
    Test number
    242605814536
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components have light surface corrosion

  2. Pass208,199 miles (+4,684)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    208,199 miles
    Test number
    500056437606
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides esp on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass203,515 miles (+4,767)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    203,515 miles
    Test number
    374112441401
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge across tread pattern both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass198,748 miles (+5,775)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    198,748 miles
    Test number
    382057418455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass192,973 miles (+3,581)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    192,973 miles
    Test number
    111615198023
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective headlamp damp (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Pass189,392 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    189,392 miles
    Test number
    773175584993
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  7. Fail189,392 miles (+7,040)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,392 miles
    Test number
    813188803664
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  8. Pass182,352 miles (+4,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    182,352 miles
    Test number
    804720746886
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass178,181 miles (+4,657)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    178,181 miles
    Test number
    878618679473
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides flexible pipes perished

  10. Pass173,524 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    173,524 miles
    Test number
    156943241764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted front to rear

  11. Fail173,524 miles (+9,469)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,524 miles
    Test number
    760557225676
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted front to rear

  12. Pass164,055 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    164,055 miles
    Test number
    701576273871
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside perished (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront smell of exhaust gases no obvious leaks
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to limits (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear noise from brakes on rotation possible handbrake shoes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock cover detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' just within requirements (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft rubber perishing

  13. Fail164,055 miles (+23,125)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,055 miles
    Test number
    695142556788
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside perished (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront smell of exhaust gases no obvious leaks
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to limits (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear noise from brakes on rotation possible handbrake shoes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock cover detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' just within requirements (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft rubber perishing

  14. Pass140,930 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    140,930 miles
    Test number
    738376275033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle scanned & srs light removed but may come back on intrmitant fault found

  15. Fail140,930 miles (+28,818)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,930 miles
    Test number
    127956375014
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Fail112,112 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,112 miles
    Test number
    517452164096
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass112,112 miles (+20,457)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    112,112 miles
    Test number
    996292364044
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass91,655 miles (+6,200)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    91,655 miles
    Test number
    539105063022
    • NoteDTC lamp illuminated

  19. Pass85,455 miles (+12,631)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    85,455 miles
    Test number
    458045982175
    • 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)

  20. Pass72,824 miles (+13,243)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    72,824 miles
    Test number
    975436581196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,581 miles (+95)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    59,581 miles
    Test number
    170300700202
    • NoteUnder body covered in trims

  22. Pass59,486 miles (+16,977)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    59,486 miles
    Test number
    952456419339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,509 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    42,509 miles
    Test number
    414278908368
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail42,509 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,509 miles
    Test number
    980138608315
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR55 VWN

Does LR55 VWN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 VWN expired on 9 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VWN?
The MOT on LR55 VWN expired on 9 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 VWN done?
LR55 VWN was recorded at 214,422 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2025, an average of 10,576 miles a year.
Has LR55 VWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VWN has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on LR55 VWN 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 VWN find?
LR55 VWN passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2025 with 1 advisory: all suspension components have light surface corrosion.

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