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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 LJFMOT history

LB56 LJF is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2023 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 188,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2023
Mileage
188,339 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2022
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 LJF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 LJF was last recorded at 188,339 miles on 2 Mar 2022, 7,620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,719 miles · 4 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
7,620 miles
Average per year
11,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 188,339 miles
  • 2021 – 180,719 miles
  • 2020 – 168,889 miles
  • 2018 – 166,565 miles
  • 2017 – 157,245 miles
  • 2016 – 141,890 miles
  • 2015 – 128,951 miles
  • 2014 – 105,320 miles
  • 2013 – 85,857 miles
  • 2012 – 77,459 miles
  • 2011 – 69,796 miles
  • 2010 – 54,747 miles
  • 2009 – 43,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,339 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,339 miles (+7,620)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    188,339 miles
    Test number
    199895891915
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass180,719 miles (+11,830)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    180,719 miles
    Test number
    639228004307
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass168,889 miles (+2,324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    168,889 miles
    Test number
    139325665721
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass166,565 miles (+9,320)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    166,565 miles
    Test number
    912515020865
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Near Side & Off Side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Near Side & Off Side (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass157,245 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    157,245 miles
    Test number
    774769657545
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

  6. Fail157,245 miles (+15,355)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,245 miles
    Test number
    991742350211
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryHazard warning lights flashing at a faster rate

  7. Pass141,890 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    141,890 miles
    Test number
    813506670631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail141,862 miles (+12,911)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,862 miles
    Test number
    555890922197
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass128,951 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    128,951 miles
    Test number
    512449899335
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail128,951 miles (+23,631)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,951 miles
    Test number
    682089673315
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass105,320 miles (+19,463)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    105,320 miles
    Test number
    776910644327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,857 miles (+8,398)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    85,857 miles
    Test number
    148390553367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,459 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    77,459 miles
    Test number
    448142352324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail77,451 miles (+7,655)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,451 miles
    Test number
    639779342334
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing outer edge

  15. Pass69,796 miles (+15,049)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    69,796 miles
    Test number
    395841041364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass54,747 miles (+11,729)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    54,747 miles
    Test number
    310610030312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    43,018 miles
    Test number
    932132549396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 LJF

Does LB56 LJF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 LJF expired on 3 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 LJF?
The MOT on LB56 LJF expired on 3 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 LJF done?
LB56 LJF was recorded at 188,339 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2022, an average of 11,882 miles a year.
Has LB56 LJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 LJF has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2017.
Has the mileage on LB56 LJF 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 LJF find?
LB56 LJF passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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