2005 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · LG55 SWY
2005 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 22 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 86,050 miles. MOT expired on 18 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,050 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LG55 SWY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2025
- 86,050 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LG55 SWY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 BMW 3 Series (LG55 SWY) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
LG55 SWY Mileage History
- 29/10/202153,710 mi
- 20/10/202260,773 mi+7,063 mi
- 17/10/202368,677 mi+7,904 mi
- 07/10/202476,857 mi+8,180 mi
- 17/10/202586,050 mi+9,193 mi
Average of roughly 8,152 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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