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BMW 5 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LR55 WCTMOT history

LR55 WCT is a silver diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 23 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 171,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2024.

LR55 WCT silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2025
Mileage
171,054 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 WCT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 WCT was last recorded at 171,054 miles on 6 Nov 2024, 6,695 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,359 miles · 5 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
6,695 miles
Average per year
8,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 171,054 miles
  • 2023 – 164,359 miles
  • 2022 – 157,072 miles
  • 2021 – 148,442 miles
  • 2020 – 140,954 miles
  • 2019 – 125,617 miles
  • 2018 – 118,562 miles
  • 2017 – 109,081 miles
  • 2016 – 99,813 miles
  • 2015 – 90,679 miles
  • 2014 – 81,259 miles
  • 2013 – 65,682 miles
  • 2012 – 58,875 miles
  • 2011 – 49,699 miles
  • 2010 – 43,641 miles
  • 2009 – 35,454 miles
  • 2008 – 33,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,054 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Additional stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass171,054 miles (+6,695)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    171,054 miles
    Test number
    894753558695
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass164,359 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    164,359 miles
    Test number
    673879195843
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail164,359 miles (+7,287)8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,359 miles
    Test number
    629970152562
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded to o/s brake (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass157,072 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    157,072 miles
    Test number
    484868886833
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad wear wire broken
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail157,072 miles (+8,630)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,072 miles
    Test number
    919693027541
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad wear wire broken
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass148,442 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    148,442 miles
    Test number
    998715036127
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake wear wire broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail148,441 miles (+7,487)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,441 miles
    Test number
    151123799901
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake wear wire broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass140,954 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    140,954 miles
    Test number
    381695673961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside edge. 225/50R17 RF (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp on

  9. Fail140,954 miles (+15,337)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,954 miles
    Test number
    460412449594
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective no visible pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside edge. 225/50R17 RF (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp on

  10. Pass125,617 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,617 miles
    Test number
    177742114187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail125,617 miles (+7,055)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,617 miles
    Test number
    690107559378
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass118,562 miles (+9,481)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,562 miles
    Test number
    768223173757
    • AdvisoryAdditional stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt lock casing broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass109,081 miles (+104)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    109,081 miles
    Test number
    292810835242
    • AdvisoryAdditional stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s/r and center rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle casing broken but not effecting operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail108,977 miles (+9,164)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,977 miles
    Test number
    720355586461
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases o/s/ engine bay / manifold area (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryAdditional stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s/r and center rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle casing broken but not effecting operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass99,813 miles (+9,134)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    99,813 miles
    Test number
    385705394644
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryNail in near side rear tyre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass90,679 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,679 miles
    Test number
    987750645175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,565 miles (+9,306)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,565 miles
    Test number
    877964935132
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass81,259 miles (+15,577)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,259 miles
    Test number
    425967124156
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear discs corroded on face edge

  19. Pass65,682 miles (+6,807)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,682 miles
    Test number
    929640143198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,875 miles (+9,176)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,875 miles
    Test number
    245767382109
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth Front Brake Discs Corroded on Outer Edges.

  21. Pass49,699 miles (+6,058)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,699 miles
    Test number
    235232381452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,641 miles (+8,187)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    43,641 miles
    Test number
    902026890071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,454 miles (+1,561)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,454 miles
    Test number
    931959599098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,893 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,893 miles
    Test number
    683435018390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,842 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,842 miles
    Test number
    782802818343
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR55 WCT

Does LR55 WCT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 WCT expired on 4 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 WCT?
The MOT on LR55 WCT expired on 4 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 WCT done?
LR55 WCT was recorded at 171,054 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2024, an average of 8,577 miles a year.
Has LR55 WCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 WCT has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 WCT 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 WCT find?
LR55 WCT passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2024 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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