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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,979 cc

LB56 GGZMOT history

LB56 GGZ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 109,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
109,024 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 GGZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 GGZ was last recorded at 109,024 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,006 miles · 8 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
5,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,024 miles
  • 2024 – 109,006 miles
  • 2022 – 103,806 miles
  • 2019 – 101,171 miles
  • 2018 – 94,711 miles
  • 2017 – 84,260 miles
  • 2016 – 68,327 miles
  • 2015 – 46,282 miles
  • 2014 – 37,562 miles
  • 2013 – 28,629 miles
  • 2012 – 21,480 miles
  • 2011 – 19,881 miles
  • 2010 – 16,084 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,024 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive undertray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,024 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    109,024 miles
    Test number
    274502682493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive undertray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass109,006 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    109,006 miles
    Test number
    644062578394
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive undertray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail109,005 miles (+5,199)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,005 miles
    Test number
    324768582784
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps flickering (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively more than slight (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive undertray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS fault illuminated

  4. Pass103,806 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    103,806 miles
    Test number
    591577622411
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail103,806 miles (+2,635)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,806 miles
    Test number
    936252045123
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,171 miles (+6,460)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,171 miles
    Test number
    674176049572
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass94,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    94,711 miles
    Test number
    851914912305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail94,711 miles (+10,451)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,711 miles
    Test number
    818779085258
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass84,260 miles (+15,933)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    84,260 miles
    Test number
    138516952303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f + n/s/f tyres very worn on inner edges but no cords showing at time of test

  10. Pass68,327 miles (+486)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,327 miles
    Test number
    753213850028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail67,841 miles (+21,559)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,841 miles
    Test number
    872967955677
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre very worn on inner edge but no cords showing at time of test

  12. Pass46,282 miles (+8,720)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    46,282 miles
    Test number
    837174615169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,562 miles (+8,933)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,562 miles
    Test number
    648400504193
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass28,629 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    28,629 miles
    Test number
    228990303497
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail28,629 miles (+7,149)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,629 miles
    Test number
    438888493085
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass21,480 miles (+1,599)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    21,480 miles
    Test number
    136648922490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth Front Tyre Wearing In On The Inner And Outer Edges. 225/35 R19

  17. Pass19,881 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    19,881 miles
    Test number
    475129521037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail19,880 miles (+3,796)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,880 miles
    Test number
    856538221026
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass16,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    16,084 miles
    Test number
    343150720074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 GGZ

Does LB56 GGZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 GGZ is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 GGZ?
The MOT on LB56 GGZ is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 GGZ done?
LB56 GGZ was recorded at 109,024 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 5,604 miles a year.
Has LB56 GGZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 GGZ has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 GGZ 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 GGZ find?
LB56 GGZ passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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