aflyer111, welcome to FlyerTalk and especially the BA branch. As you've found, we are a resourceful bunch. Stay around and join in the fun.

On a practical point, if your travel plans permit, perhaps it's time to replace your passport? It only takes a couple of weeks (often shorter) to replace a UK passport and any unused validity (up to 9 months) will be added to your new passport. You're going to have to replace it soon, why not get it over with?