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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,494 cc

LR55 VWUMOT history

LR55 VWU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 102,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

LR55 VWU blue 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 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
102,268 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VWU was last recorded at 102,268 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 9,994 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
92,274 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,994 miles
Average per year
4,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,268 miles
  • 2025 – 92,274 miles
  • 2024 – 86,840 miles
  • 2023 – 79,250 miles
  • 2022 – 70,706 miles
  • 2021 – 66,173 miles
  • 2020 – 61,571 miles
  • 2019 – 58,482 miles
  • 2018 – 54,403 miles
  • 2017 – 49,715 miles
  • 2016 – 45,248 miles
  • 2015 – 42,325 miles
  • 2014 – 38,900 miles
  • 2013 – 35,015 miles
  • 2012 – 32,843 miles
  • 2011 – 27,951 miles
  • 2010 – 23,040 miles
  • 2009 – 18,666 miles
  • 2008 – 17,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,268 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,268 miles (+9,994)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    102,268 miles
    Test number
    800696126680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass92,274 miles (+5,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    92,274 miles
    Test number
    978637118934
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted

  3. Pass86,840 miles (+7,590)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    86,840 miles
    Test number
    384988048011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass79,250 miles (+8,544)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    79,250 miles
    Test number
    908944760030
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass70,706 miles (+4,533)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    70,706 miles
    Test number
    807963179448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,173 miles (+4,602)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,173 miles
    Test number
    953253882449
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass61,571 miles (+3,089)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    61,571 miles
    Test number
    795547297337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass58,482 miles (+4,079)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,482 miles
    Test number
    894701160048
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Mobile phone holder. (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass54,403 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    54,403 miles
    Test number
    252940340252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of fuel lines, brake pipes and engine bay under car

  10. Fail54,403 miles (+4,688)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,403 miles
    Test number
    803441189693
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of fuel lines, brake pipes and engine bay under car

  11. Pass49,715 miles (+4,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    49,715 miles
    Test number
    567617587992
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass45,248 miles (+2,923)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    45,248 miles
    Test number
    845111287540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,325 miles (+3,425)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    42,325 miles
    Test number
    406854295128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,900 miles (+3,885)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    38,900 miles
    Test number
    666446094100
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing more on inner edge (inner edge almost bold) no cords or ply exposed
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing more on inner edge (inner edge almost bold) no cords or ply exposed

  15. Pass35,015 miles (+2,172)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    35,015 miles
    Test number
    846268133139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,843 miles (+4,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    32,843 miles
    Test number
    975655532188
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass27,951 miles (+4,911)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,951 miles
    Test number
    908619731143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,040 miles (+4,374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    23,040 miles
    Test number
    614785030129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass18,666 miles (+1,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    18,666 miles
    Test number
    621189039162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass17,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    17,118 miles
    Test number
    493606698223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 VWU

Does LR55 VWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 VWU is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VWU?
The MOT on LR55 VWU is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 VWU done?
LR55 VWU was recorded at 102,268 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 4,902 miles a year.
Has LR55 VWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VWU has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on LR55 VWU 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 VWU find?
LR55 VWU passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides.

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