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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LB56 EFOMOT history

LB56 EFO is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 143,247 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2023
Mileage
143,247 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 EFO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 EFO was last recorded at 143,247 miles on 6 Apr 2022, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
143,199 miles · 28 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
4,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 143,247 miles
  • 2020 – 143,199 miles
  • 2019 – 143,119 miles
  • 2018 – 141,926 miles
  • 2017 – 137,367 miles
  • 2016 – 134,302 miles
  • 2015 – 130,103 miles
  • 2014 – 123,930 miles
  • 2012 – 115,388 miles
  • 2011 – 99,618 miles
  • 2009 – 86,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,247 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,247 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    143,247 miles
    Test number
    679542171570
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail143,247 miles (+48)1 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,247 miles
    Test number
    377772349832
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass143,199 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,199 miles
    Test number
    426672599453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass143,119 miles (+1,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    143,119 miles
    Test number
    439338035028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass141,926 miles (+4,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    141,926 miles
    Test number
    816826554111
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered

  6. Pass137,367 miles (+3,065)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    137,367 miles
    Test number
    408608728375
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides also worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass134,302 miles (+4,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    134,302 miles
    Test number
    208990355492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been lowered on front

  8. Pass130,103 miles (+6,173)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    130,103 miles
    Test number
    158814145418
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront suspension fitted with lowering coil springs
    • NoteOffside front tyre side walls perishing/cracking no cords or plys exposed at time of test
    • NoteParts of rear bumper missing. bumper secure

  9. Pass123,930 miles (+8,542)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    123,930 miles
    Test number
    607421814081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,388 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    115,388 miles
    Test number
    285023862396
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail115,388 miles (+9,323)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,388 miles
    Test number
    436083062398
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass106,065 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    106,065 miles
    Test number
    135067802486
    • NoteRear pads low

  13. Fail106,065 miles (+6,447)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,065 miles
    Test number
    488207402014
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  14. Pass99,618 miles (+13,250)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    99,618 miles
    Test number
    788379711089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,368 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    86,368 miles
    Test number
    540686969287
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB56 EFO

Does LB56 EFO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 EFO expired on 5 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 EFO?
The MOT on LB56 EFO expired on 5 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 EFO done?
LB56 EFO was recorded at 143,247 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2022, an average of 4,538 miles a year.
Has LB56 EFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 EFO has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LB56 EFO 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 EFO find?
LB56 EFO passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front coil spring corroded both, and 2 more.

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