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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 EEOMOT history

LB56 EEO is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 223,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2026
Mileage
223,357 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2025
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 EEO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 EEO was last recorded at 223,357 miles on 26 Mar 2025, 13,498 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,859 miles · 16 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
13,498 miles
Average per year
11,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 223,357 miles
  • 2024 – 209,859 miles
  • 2023 – 196,314 miles
  • 2021 – 190,105 miles
  • 2020 – 183,780 miles
  • 2019 – 178,765 miles
  • 2018 – 169,057 miles
  • 2017 – 163,993 miles
  • 2016 – 152,921 miles
  • 2015 – 141,555 miles
  • 2014 – 120,006 miles
  • 2013 – 106,683 miles
  • 2012 – 91,996 miles
  • 2011 – 82,689 miles
  • 2010 – 68,416 miles
  • 2009 – 50,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,357 miles
  • 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))

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.

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,357 miles (+13,498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    223,357 miles
    Test number
    554654943214
    • 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))

  2. Pass209,859 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    209,859 miles
    Test number
    221429461759
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail209,859 miles (+13,545)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,859 miles
    Test number
    690241390794
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Window excessively tinted and visibility of an obligatory external mirror seriously affected (3.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass196,314 miles (+6,209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    196,314 miles
    Test number
    937916147302
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass190,105 miles (+6,325)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    190,105 miles
    Test number
    796323015606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass183,780 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    183,780 miles
    Test number
    637405366518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail183,724 miles (+4,959)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,724 miles
    Test number
    890021603591
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass178,765 miles (+9,708)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    178,765 miles
    Test number
    928417086821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass169,057 miles (+5,064)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    169,057 miles
    Test number
    934515385304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass163,993 miles (+11,072)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    163,993 miles
    Test number
    264103641254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass152,921 miles (+11,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    152,921 miles
    Test number
    852223094988
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass141,555 miles (+21,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    141,555 miles
    Test number
    393651857836
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass120,006 miles (+13,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    120,006 miles
    Test number
    998947734361
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass106,683 miles (+14,687)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    106,683 miles
    Test number
    437438833492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,996 miles (+9,307)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    91,996 miles
    Test number
    169419612357
    • NoteRear tyres tread depths worn low on inside edges

  16. Pass82,689 miles (+14,273)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    82,689 miles
    Test number
    655690431342
    • NoteRear diff flexi drive coupling starting to perish.

  17. Pass68,416 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    68,416 miles
    Test number
    904069220389
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail68,409 miles (+17,767)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,409 miles
    Test number
    583439920379
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass50,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    50,642 miles
    Test number
    181135839311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 EEO

Does LB56 EEO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 EEO expired on 25 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 EEO?
The MOT on LB56 EEO expired on 25 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 EEO done?
LB56 EEO was recorded at 223,357 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2025, an average of 11,277 miles a year.
Has LB56 EEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 EEO has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 EEO 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 EEO find?
LB56 EEO passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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