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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 3,246 cc

LS55 YFOMOT history

LS55 YFO is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 5 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 47,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

LS55 YFO black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
47,257 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 YFO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 YFO was last recorded at 47,257 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 969 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,288 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
969 miles
Average per year
1,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,257 miles
  • 2025 – 46,288 miles
  • 2024 – 45,816 miles
  • 2023 – 44,945 miles
  • 2022 – 44,085 miles
  • 2020 – 43,198 miles
  • 2019 – 42,680 miles
  • 2018 – 41,342 miles
  • 2017 – 38,916 miles
  • 2016 – 37,905 miles
  • 2015 – 35,809 miles
  • 2014 – 32,355 miles
  • 2013 – 30,139 miles
  • 2011 – 27,333 miles
  • 2010 – 25,520 miles
  • 2009 – 22,231 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,257 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides front outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Trims fitted to undersides and outersills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Unable to fully view rear coil springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,257 miles (+969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    47,257 miles
    Test number
    930268802596
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides front outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass46,288 miles (+472)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    46,288 miles
    Test number
    166308598790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass45,816 miles (+871)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    45,816 miles
    Test number
    355850066152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,945 miles (+860)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    44,945 miles
    Test number
    785937684975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass44,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    44,085 miles
    Test number
    356071574972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail44,084 miles (+886)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,084 miles
    Test number
    134759474712
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  7. Pass43,198 miles (+518)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    43,198 miles
    Test number
    414082949339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryT.p.m.s. light on
  8. Pass42,680 miles (+1,338)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    42,680 miles
    Test number
    419645280690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass41,342 miles (+2,426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    41,342 miles
    Test number
    717217255315
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and outer sill covers fited
  10. Pass38,916 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,916 miles
    Test number
    605080042397
    • AdvisoryTrims fitted to undersides and outersills
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully view rear coil springs
  11. Fail38,897 miles (+992)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,897 miles
    Test number
    786571212025
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured rim (4.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryTested wet
    • AdvisoryTpms light on
    • AdvisoryTrims fitted to undersides and outersills
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully view rear coil springs
  12. Pass37,905 miles (+2,096)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,905 miles
    Test number
    664734768458
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre underinflated.
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on.
  13. Pass35,809 miles (+3,454)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    35,809 miles
    Test number
    297767695190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,355 miles (+2,216)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    32,355 miles
    Test number
    495068254164
    • NoteUnder trays fitted to vehicle
  15. Pass30,139 miles (+310)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,139 miles
    Test number
    769260563130
    • NoteEML on
    • NoteRear tyres just on limit needs changing soon
  16. Fail29,829 miles (+2,496)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,829 miles
    Test number
    898013353129
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteEML on
    • NoteRear tyres just on limit needs changing soon
  17. Pass27,333 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    27,333 miles
    Test number
    357608631209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,312 miles (+1,792)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,312 miles
    Test number
    726777431297
    • FailureFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  19. Pass25,520 miles (+3,289)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    25,520 miles
    Test number
    893581810283
    • NoteEngine and vehicle undershields fitted
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outer edge
  20. Pass22,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    22,231 miles
    Test number
    271262419291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 YFO

Does LS55 YFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 YFO is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 YFO?
The MOT on LS55 YFO is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 YFO done?
LS55 YFO was recorded at 47,257 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 1,473 miles a year.
Has LS55 YFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 YFO has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LS55 YFO 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 LS55 YFO find?
LS55 YFO passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive rear differential area; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides front outer edges.

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