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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LB56 BYEMOT history

LB56 BYE is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 167,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
167,758 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 BYE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 BYE was last recorded at 167,758 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 2,765 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
164,993 miles · 17 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2,765 miles
Average per year
9,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,758 miles
  • 2024 – 164,993 miles
  • 2023 – 162,930 miles
  • 2022 – 160,392 miles
  • 2021 – 155,922 miles
  • 2020 – 151,549 miles
  • 2019 – 145,654 miles
  • 2018 – 135,775 miles
  • 2017 – 127,306 miles
  • 2016 – 112,651 miles
  • 2015 – 97,353 miles
  • 2014 – 82,087 miles
  • 2013 – 64,086 miles
  • 2012 – 51,675 miles
  • 2011 – 34,450 miles
  • 2010 – 22,376 miles
  • 2009 – 19,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,758 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,758 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    167,758 miles
    Test number
    390839041070
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail167,758 miles (+2,765)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,758 miles
    Test number
    798256447233
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass164,993 miles (+2,063)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    164,993 miles
    Test number
    988011797925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass162,930 miles (+2,538)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    162,930 miles
    Test number
    993282935790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass160,392 miles (+4,470)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    160,392 miles
    Test number
    219513266342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been lowered

  6. Pass155,922 miles (+4,373)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    155,922 miles
    Test number
    567963121934
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass151,549 miles (+5,895)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    151,549 miles
    Test number
    930589044220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass145,654 miles (+9,879)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    145,654 miles
    Test number
    796441691942
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi hoses perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass135,775 miles (+8,469)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    135,775 miles
    Test number
    381089723881
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  10. Pass127,306 miles (+14,655)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    127,306 miles
    Test number
    323906144019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass112,651 miles (+15,298)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    112,651 miles
    Test number
    335137021818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,353 miles (+15,266)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    97,353 miles
    Test number
    715724125240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,087 miles (+18,001)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    82,087 miles
    Test number
    895059414272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,086 miles (+12,411)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,086 miles
    Test number
    618733383167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,675 miles (+17,225)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,675 miles
    Test number
    908579672166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,450 miles (+12,074)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    34,450 miles
    Test number
    546453441152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    22,376 miles
    Test number
    444377320107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail22,376 miles (+2,506)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,376 miles
    Test number
    530637620178
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass19,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    19,870 miles
    Test number
    923126079276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 BYE

Does LB56 BYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 BYE is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 BYE?
The MOT on LB56 BYE is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 BYE done?
LB56 BYE was recorded at 167,758 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 9,092 miles a year.
Has LB56 BYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 BYE has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 BYE 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 LB56 BYE find?
LB56 BYE passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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