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BMW 730

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LB56 GKAMOT history

LB56 GKA is a grey diesel BMW 730 first used on 30 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2022 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 130,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2022
Mileage
130,251 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2022
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,286 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 GKA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
730
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
27 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB56 GKA was last recorded at 130,251 miles on 27 May 2022, 4,844 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,407 miles · 14 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
4,844 miles
Average per year
8,286 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,251 miles
  • 2021 – 125,407 miles
  • 2020 – 118,889 miles
  • 2019 – 107,893 miles
  • 2018 – 96,660 miles
  • 2017 – 92,469 miles
  • 2016 – 71,768 miles
  • 2015 – 59,695 miles
  • 2014 – 58,412 miles
  • 2013 – 57,859 miles
  • 2012 – 48,859 miles
  • 2011 – 38,891 miles
  • 2009 – 26,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail130,251 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 18 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail130,251 miles (+4,844)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,251 miles
    Test number
    691250933590
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass125,407 miles (+6,518)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    125,407 miles
    Test number
    857989693372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass118,889 miles (+10,996)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    118,889 miles
    Test number
    560398627244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass107,893 miles (+11,233)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    107,893 miles
    Test number
    577029220808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front power steeing rack damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass96,660 miles (+4,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,660 miles
    Test number
    661154189386
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass92,469 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    92,469 miles
    Test number
    535580192891
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Fail92,467 miles (+20,699)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,467 miles
    Test number
    441065908782
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureCoil spring broken o/s rear (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass71,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,768 miles
    Test number
    569996776914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,767 miles (+12,072)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,767 miles
    Test number
    689522231556
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  10. Pass59,695 miles (+1,283)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,695 miles
    Test number
    497325375166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    58,412 miles
    Test number
    596356644354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,412 miles (+553)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,412 miles
    Test number
    225766744375
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass57,859 miles (+9,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,859 miles
    Test number
    838320813183
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass48,859 miles (+9,968)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,859 miles
    Test number
    666723022196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres is cut

  15. Pass38,891 miles (+12,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,891 miles
    Test number
    616925921102
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass26,509 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    26,509 miles
    Test number
    333082529397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LB56 GKA

Does LB56 GKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 GKA expired on 21 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 GKA?
The MOT on LB56 GKA expired on 21 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 GKA done?
LB56 GKA was recorded at 130,251 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2022, an average of 8,286 miles a year.
Has LB56 GKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 GKA has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LB56 GKA 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 GKA find?
LB56 GKA failed its latest MOT on 27 May 2022 with 2 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front position lamp not working; offside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated, and 4 more.

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