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BMW 120

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 EFEMOT history

LB56 EFE is a silver diesel BMW 120 first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 191,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2026
Mileage
191,252 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 EFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 EFE was last recorded at 191,252 miles on 31 Mar 2025, 8,520 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,732 miles · 23 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
8,520 miles
Average per year
9,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 191,252 miles
  • 2024 – 182,732 miles
  • 2023 – 176,638 miles
  • 2022 – 168,801 miles
  • 2020 – 150,408 miles
  • 2019 – 139,496 miles
  • 2018 – 129,686 miles
  • 2016 – 112,863 miles
  • 2015 – 100,875 miles
  • 2014 – 91,841 miles
  • 2013 – 80,266 miles
  • 2012 – 71,458 miles
  • 2011 – 61,825 miles
  • 2010 – 53,895 miles
  • 2009 – 47,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,252 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly starting to perish

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front top mount housing filled with oil could cause rubber mount to deteriorate and fail

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly starting to perish

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,252 miles (+8,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    191,252 miles
    Test number
    167028283894
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass182,732 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    182,732 miles
    Test number
    638153996088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount housing filled with oil could cause rubber mount to deteriorate and fail
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted slight flat spot inner wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 3mm centre of tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail182,731 miles (+6,093)1 dangerous2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,731 miles
    Test number
    474001652201
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm below limit centre of tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount housing filled with oil could cause rubber mount to deteriorate and fail
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted slight flat spot inner wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 3mm centre of tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass176,638 miles (+7,837)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    176,638 miles
    Test number
    911177337362
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine, sill and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass168,801 miles (+18,393)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    168,801 miles
    Test number
    851986862966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass150,408 miles (+10,912)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    150,408 miles
    Test number
    830642855551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass139,496 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    139,496 miles
    Test number
    319115439082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail139,496 miles (+9,810)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,496 miles
    Test number
    690976337369
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass129,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    129,686 miles
    Test number
    532015690337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail129,686 miles (+16,823)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,686 miles
    Test number
    601976128655
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  11. Pass112,863 miles (+11,988)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    112,863 miles
    Test number
    860921492005
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisorySome travel on handbrake
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  12. Pass100,875 miles (+9,034)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    100,875 miles
    Test number
    956064934527
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low ( on limit )
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  13. Pass91,841 miles (+11,575)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    91,841 miles
    Test number
    308893094226
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  14. Pass80,266 miles (+8,808)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    80,266 miles
    Test number
    268744073203
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  15. Pass71,458 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    71,458 miles
    Test number
    689377472212
    • NoteSlight dampness around gearbox
    • NoteSlight roughness in front wheel bearings

  16. Fail71,458 miles (+9,633)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,458 miles
    Test number
    516037972284
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight dampness around gearbox
    • NoteSlight roughness in front wheel bearings

  17. Pass61,825 miles (+7,930)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,825 miles
    Test number
    907826471228
    • NoteFront pads appear low
    • NoteFront tyres appear low on outer edge (but have raised tread)
    • NoteNail in n/s/r
    • NoteRear tyres 2.5mm
    • NoteSigns of fluid leak onto engine undertray

  18. Pass53,895 miles (+6,029)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    53,895 miles
    Test number
    563046080286
    • NoteSome wear in front brake discs and pads low

  19. Pass47,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,866 miles
    Test number
    421918889286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 EFE

Does LB56 EFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 EFE expired on 30 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 EFE?
The MOT on LB56 EFE expired on 30 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 EFE done?
LB56 EFE was recorded at 191,252 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2025, an average of 9,276 miles a year.
Has LB56 EFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 EFE has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 EFE 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 EFE find?
LB56 EFE passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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