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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 YDVMOT history

LR55 YDV is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 152,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

LR55 YDV grey 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 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
152,994 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 YDV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 YDV was last recorded at 152,994 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,992 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,994 miles
  • 2024 – 140,666 miles
  • 2023 – 131,038 miles
  • 2022 – 122,290 miles
  • 2021 – 114,887 miles
  • 2020 – 111,537 miles
  • 2019 – 109,262 miles
  • 2018 – 105,012 miles
  • 2017 – 98,575 miles
  • 2016 – 92,194 miles
  • 2015 – 83,883 miles
  • 2014 – 76,621 miles
  • 2013 – 69,952 miles
  • 2012 – 63,785 miles
  • 2011 – 56,308 miles
  • 2010 – 49,123 miles
  • 2009 – 43,498 miles
  • 2008 – 34,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,994 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm centre of tread 3mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm across tread (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass152,994 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    152,994 miles
    Test number
    550140916296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm centre of tread 3mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm across tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail152,992 miles (+505)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,992 miles
    Test number
    574077452845
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear lower arm ball joint cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm centre of tread 3mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm across tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail152,487 miles (+11,821)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,487 miles
    Test number
    452090131579
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt most rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle has surface corrosion

  4. Pass140,666 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    140,666 miles
    Test number
    875860528685
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail140,666 miles (+17)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,666 miles
    Test number
    498189358030
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail140,649 miles (+124)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,649 miles
    Test number
    290866513941
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts defective and unable to support bonnet
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail140,525 miles (+9,487)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,525 miles
    Test number
    626985473594
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated as marked with chalk (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass131,038 miles (+8,748)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    131,038 miles
    Test number
    344984034115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass122,290 miles (+7,403)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    122,290 miles
    Test number
    668543967770
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass114,887 miles (+3,350)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    114,887 miles
    Test number
    404731652512
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass111,537 miles (+2,275)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    111,537 miles
    Test number
    755590738687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,262 miles (+4,250)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,262 miles
    Test number
    314086369440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass105,012 miles (+6,437)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,012 miles
    Test number
    729082415424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,575 miles (+6,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    98,575 miles
    Test number
    601184571559
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass92,194 miles (+8,311)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    92,194 miles
    Test number
    830872434232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Pass83,883 miles (+7,262)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    83,883 miles
    Test number
    403961787748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    76,621 miles
    Test number
    295960484236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,621 miles (+6,669)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,621 miles
    Test number
    676190684281
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass69,952 miles (+6,167)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    69,952 miles
    Test number
    895138963297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,785 miles (+7,477)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    63,785 miles
    Test number
    558317182264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,308 miles (+7,185)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,308 miles
    Test number
    187857681278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,123 miles (+5,625)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    49,123 miles
    Test number
    314044680482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside and Nearside Front Brake Disc's need changing soon

  23. Pass43,498 miles (+8,741)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    43,498 miles
    Test number
    122512699278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,757 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,757 miles
    Test number
    392834798401
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass34,757 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    34,757 miles
    Test number
    903714898265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR55 YDV

Does LR55 YDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 YDV is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR55 YDV?
The MOT on LR55 YDV is valid until 17 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 YDV done?
LR55 YDV was recorded at 152,994 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 6,890 miles a year.
Has LR55 YDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 YDV has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 YDV 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 YDV find?
LR55 YDV passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm centre of tread 3mm on edges; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm across tread; oil leak, but not excessive.

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