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White and Red · Petrol · 1937 · 750 cc

BBM 56MOT history

BBM 56 is a white and red petrol Austin 750 first used on 18 Mar 1937. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2023 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 35,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2023
Mileage
35,198 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2022
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
822 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
BBM 56
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin
Model
750
Colour
White and Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
750 cc
Year of manufacture
1937
First used
18 Mar 1937
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

BBM 56 was last recorded at 35,198 miles on 29 Jul 2022, 1,129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
34,069 miles · 28 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
1,129 miles
Average per year
822 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 35,198 miles
  • 2021 – 34,069 miles
  • 2020 – 34,018 miles
  • 2019 – 25,295 miles
  • 2018 – 24,671 miles
  • 2017 – 23,739 miles
  • 2016 – 23,579 miles
  • 2015 – 22,782 miles
  • 2012 – 22,597 miles
  • 2011 – 22,350 miles
  • 2010 – 22,278 miles
  • 2006 – 21,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,198 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Fuel system damp

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Floor pan corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear brake application slightly uneven

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Signs of oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Water leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,198 miles (+1,129)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    35,198 miles
    Test number
    199709370104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass34,069 miles (+51)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    34,069 miles
    Test number
    904269341802
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass34,018 miles (+8,723)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    34,018 miles
    Test number
    142874923312
    • AdvisoryTapley test carried out due to being classic vehicle

  4. Pass25,295 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    25,295 miles
    Test number
    407589559543
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel system damp
    • AdvisorySlight footbrake travel

  5. Fail25,295 miles (+624)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,295 miles
    Test number
    126655800496
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel system damp
    • AdvisorySlight footbrake travel

  6. Pass24,671 miles (+63)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    24,671 miles
    Test number
    584902287078
    • AdvisoryFloor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel system damp
    • AdvisoryParking brake not used as secondary brake, separate cables to front and rear brakes
    • AdvisoryRear brake application slightly uneven
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak
    • AdvisoryWater leak

  7. Fail24,608 miles (+869)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,608 miles
    Test number
    349168884689
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing loose spokes (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing loose spokes (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel both front (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFloor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel system damp
    • AdvisoryRear brake application slightly uneven
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak
    • AdvisoryWater leak

  8. Pass23,739 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    23,739 miles
    Test number
    805878762452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass23,579 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    23,579 miles
    Test number
    337232667825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail23,555 miles (+773)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,555 miles
    Test number
    216455737589
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle brake cable (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle brake cable (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle steering arm (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass22,782 miles (+185)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    22,782 miles
    Test number
    339014085144
    • NoteNo lights fitted at time of test
    • NoteAdvise stering lock stops

  12. Pass22,597 miles (+247)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    22,597 miles
    Test number
    989495632122
    • NoteO/S/R hub seal leaking

  13. Fail22,350 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,350 miles
    Test number
    726658811158
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

  14. Pass22,350 miles (+72)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    22,350 miles
    Test number
    846328711112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

  15. Pass22,278 miles (+363)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    22,278 miles
    Test number
    161140540002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    21,915 miles
    Test number
    181142756126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about BBM 56

What vehicle is registration BBM 56 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show BBM 56 on a white and red petrol Austin 750 first used on 18 Mar 1937. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does BBM 56 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on BBM 56 expired on 28 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on BBM 56?
The MOT on BBM 56 expired on 28 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has BBM 56 done?
BBM 56 was recorded at 35,198 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2022, an average of 822 miles a year.
Has BBM 56 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BBM 56 has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on BBM 56 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 BBM 56 find?
BBM 56 passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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