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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 2,996 cc

P555 ADSMOT history

P555 ADS is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Jan 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 44,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

P555 ADS black 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 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
44,486 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,115 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P555 ADS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
6 Jan 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P555 ADS was last recorded at 44,486 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 1,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,951 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,535 miles
Average per year
1,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,486 miles
  • 2025 – 42,951 miles
  • 2014 – 41,060 miles
  • 2013 – 37,695 miles
  • 2012 – 28,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,486 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

7 tests since 9 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,486 miles (+1,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    44,486 miles
    Test number
    888115979398
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass42,951 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    42,951 miles
    Test number
    978816913411
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail42,950 miles (+1,890)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,950 miles
    Test number
    978901394947
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid NS & OS (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner Sidewall Excessively Damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass41,060 miles (+3,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    41,060 miles
    Test number
    357873124327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  5. Pass37,695 miles (+4,631)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    37,695 miles
    Test number
    785584623332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass33,064 miles (+4,755)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    33,064 miles
    Test number
    168453443413
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edges 255/30/19Y
  7. Pass28,309 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    28,309 miles
    Test number
    205850742016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P555 ADS

Does P555 ADS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P555 ADS is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on P555 ADS?
The MOT on P555 ADS is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P555 ADS done?
P555 ADS was recorded at 44,486 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 1,115 miles a year.
Has P555 ADS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P555 ADS has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on P555 ADS 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 P555 ADS find?
P555 ADS passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked.

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