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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 WLVMOT history

LR55 WLV is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2022 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 182,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2022.

LR55 WLV black 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 8 Jan 2022
Mileage
182,585 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2022
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 WLV
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
24 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR55 WLV was last recorded at 182,585 miles on 19 Apr 2022, 13,335 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,250 miles · 9 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
13,335 miles
Average per year
10,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 182,585 miles
  • 2021 – 169,250 miles
  • 2019 – 169,159 miles
  • 2018 – 165,671 miles
  • 2017 – 159,175 miles
  • 2015 – 150,471 miles
  • 2014 – 145,155 miles
  • 2013 – 125,161 miles
  • 2012 – 100,196 miles
  • 2011 – 87,429 miles
  • 2010 – 55,209 miles
  • 2008 – 42,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail182,585 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail182,585 miles (+13,335)1 dangerous14 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,585 miles
    Test number
    626578974518
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass169,250 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    169,250 miles
    Test number
    933105700275
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail169,250 miles (+91)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,250 miles
    Test number
    356119313989
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass169,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    169,159 miles
    Test number
    185016408953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail169,159 miles (+3,488)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,159 miles
    Test number
    481214000008
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass165,671 miles (+96)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    165,671 miles
    Test number
    658562057161
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Fail165,575 miles (+6,400)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,575 miles
    Test number
    757692751548
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front shock absorber leaking oil (9.2.7b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass159,175 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    159,175 miles
    Test number
    712583582629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside hand brake low effort
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryH/brake warning light on
    • AdvisoryH/brake warning light on

  9. Fail159,175 miles (+8,704)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,175 miles
    Test number
    407559416597
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside hand brake low effort
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryH/brake warning light on
    • AdvisoryH/brake warning light on

  10. Pass150,471 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    150,471 miles
    Test number
    538745915977
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail150,471 miles (+5,316)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,471 miles
    Test number
    290906358079
    • DangerousNail in n/side rear tyre wall outer
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Electronic stability system component excessively damaged brake sensor wire/connection (3.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre wall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass145,155 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    145,155 miles
    Test number
    307106444335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail145,152 miles (+19,991)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,152 miles
    Test number
    429573644466
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass125,161 miles (+54)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    125,161 miles
    Test number
    465102013491
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre is damaged on the outer sidewall

  15. Fail125,107 miles (+24,911)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,107 miles
    Test number
    525281813340
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre is damaged on the outer sidewall

  16. Pass100,196 miles (+12,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    100,196 miles
    Test number
    467606032497
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass87,429 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    87,429 miles
    Test number
    968551941381
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail87,429 miles (+11,302)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,429 miles
    Test number
    527321041355
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass76,127 miles (+20,918)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,127 miles
    Test number
    795621011033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,209 miles (+13,139)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    55,209 miles
    Test number
    591177400077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,070 miles (+129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,070 miles
    Test number
    312550158307
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass41,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    41,941 miles
    Test number
    692186928377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 WLV

Does LR55 WLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 WLV expired on 8 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 WLV?
The MOT on LR55 WLV expired on 8 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 WLV done?
LR55 WLV was recorded at 182,585 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2022, an average of 10,490 miles a year.
Has LR55 WLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 WLV has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 WLV 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 WLV find?
LR55 WLV failed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 14 major defects, 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside front position lamp missing, and 18 more.

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