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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,997 cc

P555 MCWMOT history

P555 MCW is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 114,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

P555 MCW white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
114,500 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P555 MCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P555 MCW was last recorded at 114,500 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 3,680 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,820 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,680 miles
Average per year
8,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,500 miles
  • 2025 – 110,820 miles
  • 2024 – 96,787 miles
  • 2023 – 83,083 miles
  • 2022 – 82,546 miles
  • 2021 – 73,042 miles
  • 2020 – 64,137 miles
  • 2019 – 48,444 miles
  • 2018 – 38,885 miles
  • 2017 – 34,153 miles
  • 2016 – 28,679 miles
  • 2015 – 20,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,500 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll wheels have slight damage to outer rims

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin across axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both rear tyres worn on inner edges.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Undertrays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,500 miles (+3,680)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    114,500 miles
    Test number
    915167982543
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll wheels have slight damage to outer rims
  2. Pass110,820 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    110,820 miles
    Test number
    527377301841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail110,820 miles (+14,033)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,820 miles
    Test number
    318597115000
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass96,787 miles (+13,704)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    96,787 miles
    Test number
    691877379038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass83,083 miles (+537)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    83,083 miles
    Test number
    357200664788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    82,546 miles
    Test number
    759244822535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail82,546 miles (+9,504)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,546 miles
    Test number
    254628292239
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass73,042 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    73,042 miles
    Test number
    619672905687
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin across axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail73,035 miles (+8,898)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,035 miles
    Test number
    775381700208
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin across axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass64,137 miles (+15,693)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,137 miles
    Test number
    964099102350
    • MinorCentral Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Window damaged in centre (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp lens damaged
  11. Pass48,444 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    48,444 miles
    Test number
    798814282124
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  12. Fail48,413 miles (+9,528)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,413 miles
    Test number
    835666356921
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  13. Pass38,885 miles (+4,732)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    38,885 miles
    Test number
    239374261568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,153 miles (+5,474)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    34,153 miles
    Test number
    881560976529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,679 miles (+8,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    28,679 miles
    Test number
    891586232820
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly perished
  16. Pass20,654 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    20,654 miles
    Test number
    538112506067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,648 miles (+181)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    20,648 miles
    Test number
    628164925274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail20,467 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,467 miles
    Test number
    728953975142
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about P555 MCW

Does P555 MCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P555 MCW is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on P555 MCW?
The MOT on P555 MCW is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P555 MCW done?
P555 MCW was recorded at 114,500 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 8,802 miles a year.
Has P555 MCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P555 MCW has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on P555 MCW 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 MCW find?
P555 MCW passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; all wheels have slight damage to outer rims.

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