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Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,926 cc

LB56 GJEMOT history

LB56 GJE is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 156,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Nov 2024
Mileage
156,186 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 GJE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 GJE was last recorded at 156,186 miles on 13 Nov 2023, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,180 miles · 10 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
9,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,186 miles
  • 2022 – 150,451 miles
  • 2021 – 142,866 miles
  • 2020 – 136,503 miles
  • 2019 – 131,315 miles
  • 2018 – 125,169 miles
  • 2017 – 119,520 miles
  • 2016 – 110,196 miles
  • 2015 – 100,433 miles
  • 2014 – 89,702 miles
  • 2013 – 81,338 miles
  • 2012 – 74,304 miles
  • 2011 – 64,848 miles
  • 2010 – 44,298 miles
  • 2009 – 27,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,186 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,186 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    156,186 miles
    Test number
    917917891402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail156,180 miles (+5,729)1 dangerous1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,180 miles
    Test number
    279570090399
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass150,451 miles (+7,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    150,451 miles
    Test number
    149368984314
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))

  4. Pass142,866 miles (+91)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    142,866 miles
    Test number
    655835209290
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail142,775 miles (+6,272)2 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,775 miles
    Test number
    996898104439
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass136,503 miles (+5,188)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,503 miles
    Test number
    124138090523
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIt appears the parking brake only just met requirements 16% may need some adjustment/repair

  7. Pass131,315 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    131,315 miles
    Test number
    225052578709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,178 miles (+6,009)2 dangerous4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,178 miles
    Test number
    189762380794
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp beam patterns poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass125,169 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    125,169 miles
    Test number
    113772138087
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn close to the legal limit and slightly worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock absorber has a slight misting of oil
    • AdvisoryO/s headlight repaired but secure
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe is covered with grease
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  10. Fail125,153 miles (+5,633)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,153 miles
    Test number
    366891877528
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn close to the legal limit and slightly worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock absorber has a slight misting of oil
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe is covered with grease
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  11. Pass119,520 miles (+9,324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    119,520 miles
    Test number
    608252507887
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass110,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    110,196 miles
    Test number
    766003347246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,196 miles (+9,763)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,196 miles
    Test number
    449647330619
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  14. Pass100,433 miles (+10,731)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    100,433 miles
    Test number
    795097375226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre scrubbing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre scrubbing inner edge

  15. Pass89,702 miles (+8,364)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,702 miles
    Test number
    378809674222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre bold outside edge
    • NotePlay in both front suspension arm bushes

  16. Pass81,338 miles (+10)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    81,338 miles
    Test number
    618000883242
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlastic trims fitted to side sills.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail81,328 miles (+7,024)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,328 miles
    Test number
    487057473210
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlastic trims fitted to side sills.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass74,304 miles (+9,456)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    74,304 miles
    Test number
    476635082256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,848 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    64,848 miles
    Test number
    168234531380
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail64,848 miles (+20,550)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,848 miles
    Test number
    157023231345
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  21. Pass44,298 miles (+17,237)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,298 miles
    Test number
    352398390264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass27,061 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    27,061 miles
    Test number
    181701619394
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSome test items hidden by covers and components

Questions about LB56 GJE

Does LB56 GJE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 GJE expired on 12 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 GJE?
The MOT on LB56 GJE expired on 12 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 GJE done?
LB56 GJE was recorded at 156,186 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2023, an average of 9,213 miles a year.
Has LB56 GJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 GJE has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB56 GJE 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 GJE find?
LB56 GJE passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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