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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LR55 YNSMOT history

LR55 YNS is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 245,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

LR55 YNS 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 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
245,206 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 YNS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 YNS was last recorded at 245,206 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Dec 2024: 242,268 miles, lower than 242,468 miles on 13 Dec 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
245,204 miles · 15 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
9,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 245,206 miles
  • 2024 – 242,268 miles
  • 2023 – 238,698 miles
  • 2022 – 232,798 miles
  • 2021 – 227,826 miles
  • 2020 – 221,927 miles
  • 2019 – 213,578 miles
  • 2018 – 205,224 miles
  • 2017 – 195,285 miles
  • 2016 – 175,308 miles
  • 2015 – 162,615 miles
  • 2013 – 154,508 miles
  • 2012 – 148,587 miles
  • 2011 – 132,794 miles
  • 2010 – 120,310 miles
  • 2009 – 107,645 miles
  • 2008 – 87,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass245,206 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle extremly dirty.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass245,206 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    245,206 miles
    Test number
    620541079945
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle extremly dirty.

  2. Fail245,204 miles (+2,936)2 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,204 miles
    Test number
    656539342678
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle extremly dirty.

  3. Pass242,268 miles (-200)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    242,268 miles
    Test number
    779097070419
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet release catch slightly defective
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative but vehicle first used on Nov. 2005

  4. Fail242,468 miles (+3,770)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,468 miles
    Test number
    934855634865
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet release catch slightly defective
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative but vehicle first used on Nov. 2005

  5. Pass238,698 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    238,698 miles
    Test number
    813014869734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail238,661 miles (+5,863)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,661 miles
    Test number
    670713187631
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass232,798 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    232,798 miles
    Test number
    136021326828
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail232,796 miles (+4,970)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,796 miles
    Test number
    732589393809
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass227,826 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    227,826 miles
    Test number
    772589921127
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail227,824 miles (+5,897)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,824 miles
    Test number
    331711156394
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt installation causes a lap belt to be incorrectly positioned across the occupant (10.1 (u))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass221,927 miles (+8,349)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    221,927 miles
    Test number
    119942240543
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass213,578 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    213,578 miles
    Test number
    745659373603
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  13. Fail213,578 miles (+8,354)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,578 miles
    Test number
    881972064553
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  14. Pass205,224 miles (+9,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    205,224 miles
    Test number
    918920742806
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass195,285 miles (+104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    195,285 miles
    Test number
    698360237097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail195,181 miles (+19,873)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,181 miles
    Test number
    257217862178
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass175,308 miles (+12,693)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    175,308 miles
    Test number
    369075168234
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate damaged but not interfering with identification
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass162,615 miles (+8,107)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    162,615 miles
    Test number
    216286835010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass154,508 miles (+5,921)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    154,508 miles
    Test number
    135841553359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass148,587 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    148,587 miles
    Test number
    319375552329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail148,582 miles (+15,788)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,582 miles
    Test number
    909684752354
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail132,794 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,794 miles
    Test number
    236559341316
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass132,794 miles (+12,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    132,794 miles
    Test number
    795189641349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass120,310 miles (+12,665)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    120,310 miles
    Test number
    484849140484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass107,645 miles (+20,173)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    107,645 miles
    Test number
    921320259380
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • 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

  26. Pass87,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    87,472 miles
    Test number
    111716018327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 YNS

Does LR55 YNS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 YNS is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR55 YNS?
The MOT on LR55 YNS is valid until 15 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 YNS done?
LR55 YNS was recorded at 245,206 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 9,227 miles a year.
Has LR55 YNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 YNS has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 YNS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Dec 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR55 YNS find?
LR55 YNS passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 2 more.

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