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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 2,996 cc

T55 LLAMOT history

T55 LLA is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 109,562 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
109,562 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 LLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
21 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 LLA was last recorded at 109,562 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 4,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,714 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,848 miles
Average per year
6,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,562 miles
  • 2025 – 104,714 miles
  • 2024 – 97,384 miles
  • 2023 – 88,864 miles
  • 2022 – 79,660 miles
  • 2021 – 70,209 miles
  • 2020 – 68,913 miles
  • 2019 – 63,935 miles
  • 2018 – 60,467 miles
  • 2017 – 56,867 miles
  • 2016 – 53,965 miles
  • 2015 – 50,927 miles
  • 2014 – 47,234 miles
  • 2013 – 42,123 miles
  • 2012 – 25,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,562 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside rear rim has been welded

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Under shields covering testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,562 miles (+4,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    109,562 miles
    Test number
    472127702608
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear rim has been welded
  2. Pass104,714 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    104,714 miles
    Test number
    280403048016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields covering testable items
  3. Fail104,712 miles (+7,328)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,712 miles
    Test number
    739872361178
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields covering testable items
  4. Pass97,384 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,384 miles
    Test number
    642392193887
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. Fail97,384 miles (+8,520)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,384 miles
    Test number
    485351230263
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding disc over heated (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass88,864 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    88,864 miles
    Test number
    138848320069
    • AdvisoryN/S & O/S rear bump-stops deteriorated
  7. Fail88,864 miles (+9,204)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,864 miles
    Test number
    908091895674
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/S & O/S rear bump-stops deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass79,660 miles (+9,451)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    79,660 miles
    Test number
    581044947772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,209 miles (+1,296)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    70,209 miles
    Test number
    677566211852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,913 miles (+4,978)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,913 miles
    Test number
    750325975407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,935 miles (+3,468)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    63,935 miles
    Test number
    924528097071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,467 miles (+3,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    60,467 miles
    Test number
    954015268884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass56,867 miles (+2,902)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    56,867 miles
    Test number
    946164325226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,965 miles (+3,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    53,965 miles
    Test number
    627217327890
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
  15. Pass50,927 miles (+3,693)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    50,927 miles
    Test number
    259073135126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass47,234 miles (+5,111)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,234 miles
    Test number
    309308624111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,123 miles (+17,121)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,123 miles
    Test number
    668362343131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,002 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    25,002 miles
    Test number
    936471832186
    • 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)

Questions about T55 LLA

Does T55 LLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 LLA is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 LLA?
The MOT on T55 LLA is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 LLA done?
T55 LLA was recorded at 109,562 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 6,171 miles a year.
Has T55 LLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 LLA has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T55 LLA 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 LLA find?
T55 LLA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside front; nearside rear rim has been welded.

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