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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

T55 LDRMOT history

T55 LDR is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 150,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
150,323 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,124 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 LDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 LDR was last recorded at 150,323 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 5,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,061 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,262 miles
Average per year
6,124 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,323 miles
  • 2025 – 145,061 miles
  • 2024 – 141,965 miles
  • 2023 – 137,808 miles
  • 2022 – 133,470 miles
  • 2021 – 129,384 miles
  • 2020 – 123,722 miles
  • 2019 – 117,602 miles
  • 2018 – 113,255 miles
  • 2017 – 101,083 miles
  • 2016 – 88,927 miles
  • 2015 – 80,159 miles
  • 2014 – 79,921 miles
  • 2013 – 74,813 miles
  • 2012 – 63,699 miles
  • 2010 – 58,927 miles
  • 2009 – 52,220 miles
  • 2008 – 39,489 miles
  • 2007 – 30,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,323 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,323 miles (+5,262)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    150,323 miles
    Test number
    436521886267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass145,061 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    145,061 miles
    Test number
    946583089291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass141,965 miles (+10)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    141,965 miles
    Test number
    908827437707
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuto gearbox selector fault, problem selecting gears
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail141,955 miles (+4,147)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,955 miles
    Test number
    183148007882
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuto gearbox selector fault, problem selecting gears
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass137,808 miles (+83)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    137,808 miles
    Test number
    328727934874
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail137,725 miles (+4,255)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,725 miles
    Test number
    945497002969
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass133,470 miles (+3)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    133,470 miles
    Test number
    535165991761
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  8. Fail133,467 miles (+4,083)1 dangerous1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,467 miles
    Test number
    255937939723
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall deformed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  9. Pass129,384 miles (+5,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    129,384 miles
    Test number
    144552873753
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass123,722 miles (+6,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    123,722 miles
    Test number
    592592717205
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass117,602 miles (+4,347)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    117,602 miles
    Test number
    447611093984
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass113,255 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    113,255 miles
    Test number
    429224250288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer UJ rubber boot split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail113,255 miles (+6,313)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,255 miles
    Test number
    435949993980
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer UJ rubber boot split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass106,942 miles (+5,859)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    106,942 miles
    Test number
    141452218693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has shouldered wear and slight cracking to sidewall no cords visible
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass101,083 miles (+12,156)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    101,083 miles
    Test number
    944159831217
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake flexible hose starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension coil spring starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass88,927 miles (+8,768)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    88,927 miles
    Test number
    851969837927
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front and both rear suspension coil springs corroded.

  17. Pass80,159 miles (+238)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,159 miles
    Test number
    178308915116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront tyre wear inside edges.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass79,921 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    79,921 miles
    Test number
    225840184202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyre wear inside edges.N/s/f tyre cracking inner side wall.

  19. Fail79,921 miles (+1,884)3 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,921 miles
    Test number
    387200084415
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyre wear inside edges.N/s/f tyre cracking inner side wall.

  20. Pass78,037 miles (+3,224)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    78,037 miles
    Test number
    248948554085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,813 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,813 miles
    Test number
    886826283063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake disces in poor condition.
    • NoteN/s/r c.v boot slight leak.
    • NoteRear brake disces in poor condition.

  22. Fail74,813 miles (+11,114)3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,813 miles
    Test number
    159665083003
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake disces in poor condition.
    • NoteN/s/r c.v boot slight leak.
    • NoteRear brake disces in poor condition.

  23. Pass63,699 miles (+4,772)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,699 miles
    Test number
    276897602157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,927 miles (+4)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,927 miles
    Test number
    812386860297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted....
    • NoteFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated....
    • NotePart of offside rear position lamp inop....advise to rectify....
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted and worn....

  25. Fail58,923 miles (+6,703)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,923 miles
    Test number
    582124860248
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted....
    • NoteFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated....
    • NotePart of offside rear position lamp inop....advise to rectify....
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted and worn....

  26. Pass52,220 miles (+12,731)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    52,220 miles
    Test number
    873870869246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,489 miles (+1,202)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    39,489 miles
    Test number
    370289068212
    • NoteOff side rear light unit has six leds inop

  28. Pass38,287 miles (+7,484)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,287 miles
    Test number
    202957178010
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteRear number plate fading

  29. Pass30,803 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,803 miles
    Test number
    783889257014
    • NoteA.both rear tyres 3/4mm

Questions about T55 LDR

Does T55 LDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 LDR is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 LDR?
The MOT on T55 LDR is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 LDR done?
T55 LDR was recorded at 150,323 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 6,124 miles a year.
Has T55 LDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 LDR has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T55 LDR 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 T55 LDR find?
T55 LDR passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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