BMW logo

BMW 118

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 WLEMOT history

LR55 WLE is a grey petrol BMW 118 first used on 10 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 123,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

LR55 WLE grey BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
123,916 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,413 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LR55 WLE in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 WLE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 WLE was last recorded at 123,916 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 9,289 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,627 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,289 miles
Average per year
6,413 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,916 miles
  • 2024 – 114,627 miles
  • 2023 – 105,728 miles
  • 2022 – 95,995 miles
  • 2021 – 86,777 miles
  • 2020 – 82,288 miles
  • 2019 – 77,759 miles
  • 2018 – 70,873 miles
  • 2017 – 63,233 miles
  • 2016 – 55,854 miles
  • 2015 – 50,611 miles
  • 2014 – 47,536 miles
  • 2013 – 39,422 miles
  • 2012 – 27,435 miles
  • 2011 – 21,524 miles
  • 2010 – 19,121 miles
  • 2009 – 17,328 miles
  • 2008 – 14,727 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,916 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear Lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Middle Lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear Lower (5.3.4 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,916 miles (+9,289)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    123,916 miles
    Test number
    248053470377
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear Lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Middle Lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear Lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass114,627 miles (+8,899)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    114,627 miles
    Test number
    399958801716
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass105,728 miles (+9,733)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    105,728 miles
    Test number
    474908954851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass95,995 miles (+9,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    95,995 miles
    Test number
    736449050028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass86,777 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    86,777 miles
    Test number
    450962400914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail86,777 miles (+4,489)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,777 miles
    Test number
    971715804718
    • Repaired at testAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass82,288 miles (+4,529)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    82,288 miles
    Test number
    564354722671
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass77,759 miles (+63)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,759 miles
    Test number
    559498199766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Fail77,696 miles (+6,823)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,696 miles
    Test number
    984692135942
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass70,873 miles (+7,640)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    70,873 miles
    Test number
    972129759513
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted slightly damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass63,233 miles (+7,379)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    63,233 miles
    Test number
    576475371045
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are starting to wear on the inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions are slightly higher than normal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass55,854 miles (+5,243)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    55,854 miles
    Test number
    926647157436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency slightly lower than normal

  13. Pass50,611 miles (+3,075)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    50,611 miles
    Test number
    713599597782
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryMaintance required to oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leaking from top of engine possible oil filler cap leaking onto exhaust mainifold
    • AdvisorySlight deteroiration on both rear tyres
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass47,536 miles (+8,114)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    47,536 miles
    Test number
    575630144364
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass39,422 miles (+11,987)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    39,422 miles
    Test number
    969954043324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,435 miles (+5,911)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    27,435 miles
    Test number
    536319932382
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn bald on outer edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn bald on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn bald on inner edge

  17. Pass21,524 miles (+2,403)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    21,524 miles
    Test number
    166796731329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • 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)
    • NotePlastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

  18. Pass19,121 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    19,121 miles
    Test number
    972693620307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail19,119 miles (+1,791)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,119 miles
    Test number
    314732220338
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass17,328 miles (+2,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    17,328 miles
    Test number
    813855549347
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass14,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    14,727 miles
    Test number
    920285818339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 WLE

Does LR55 WLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 WLE is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR55 WLE?
The MOT on LR55 WLE is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 WLE done?
LR55 WLE was recorded at 123,916 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 6,413 miles a year.
Has LR55 WLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 WLE has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LR55 WLE 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 WLE find?
LR55 WLE passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 3 minor defects: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear lower; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated middle lower; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear lower.

Related registrations

Browse all LR55W registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.