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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 EDRMOT history

LB56 EDR is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 230,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2026
Mileage
230,012 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,608 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 EDR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 EDR was last recorded at 230,012 miles on 19 Mar 2025, 16,491 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,521 miles · 13 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
16,491 miles
Average per year
12,608 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 230,012 miles
  • 2024 – 213,521 miles
  • 2023 – 201,099 miles
  • 2022 – 187,751 miles
  • 2021 – 178,262 miles
  • 2020 – 169,980 miles
  • 2019 – 160,922 miles
  • 2018 – 150,777 miles
  • 2017 – 137,178 miles
  • 2016 – 123,401 miles
  • 2015 – 110,802 miles
  • 2014 – 94,486 miles
  • 2013 – 78,531 miles
  • 2012 – 66,640 miles
  • 2011 – 54,484 miles
  • 2010 – 40,172 miles
  • 2009 – 37,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,012 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass230,012 miles (+16,491)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    230,012 miles
    Test number
    546827035602
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  2. Pass213,521 miles (+12,422)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    213,521 miles
    Test number
    914801803563
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass201,099 miles (+13,348)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    201,099 miles
    Test number
    273039338095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Pass187,751 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    187,751 miles
    Test number
    549772907772
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySubframe surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderbody & sill covers fitted

  5. Fail187,751 miles (+3)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,751 miles
    Test number
    253027068827
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySubframe surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderbody & sill covers fitted

  6. Fail187,748 miles (+9,486)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,748 miles
    Test number
    438585538665
    • MajorFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade incomplete
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside components

  7. Pass178,262 miles (+8,282)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    178,262 miles
    Test number
    540288981241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower bush worn
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded /pitted
    • AdvisoryStone chip o/s upper windscreen

  8. Pass169,980 miles (+9,058)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    169,980 miles
    Test number
    261615097593
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass160,922 miles (+10,145)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    160,922 miles
    Test number
    580478899772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass150,777 miles (+13,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    150,777 miles
    Test number
    695882323893
    • AdvisoryUpper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass137,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    137,178 miles
    Test number
    669553092429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail137,178 miles (+13,777)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,178 miles
    Test number
    312970053264
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass123,401 miles (+12,599)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    123,401 miles
    Test number
    426794396590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass110,802 miles (+16,316)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    110,802 miles
    Test number
    839438695087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,486 miles3 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,486 miles
    Test number
    185918894023
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass94,486 miles (+15,955)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    94,486 miles
    Test number
    706578794041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail78,531 miles1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,531 miles
    Test number
    776401303148
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine cover fitted
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteUndertray fitted

  18. Pass78,531 miles (+11,891)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    78,531 miles
    Test number
    858951903143
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine cover fitted
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteUndertray fitted

  19. Pass66,640 miles (+12,156)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    66,640 miles
    Test number
    879929132183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,484 miles (+14,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,484 miles
    Test number
    298960741413
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass40,172 miles (+3,158)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    40,172 miles
    Test number
    423868440151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,014 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    37,014 miles
    Test number
    881711439330
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 2mm tread

Questions about LB56 EDR

Does LB56 EDR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 EDR expired on 18 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 EDR?
The MOT on LB56 EDR expired on 18 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 EDR done?
LB56 EDR was recorded at 230,012 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2025, an average of 12,608 miles a year.
Has LB56 EDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 EDR has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB56 EDR 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 EDR find?
LB56 EDR passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged.

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