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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 2,979 cc

LB56 LJLMOT history

LB56 LJL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Feb 2007. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2025 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 104,918 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2025
Mileage
104,918 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 LJL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
13 Feb 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 LJL was last recorded at 104,918 miles on 4 Mar 2024, 3,895 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,023 miles · 17 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
3,895 miles
Average per year
6,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 104,918 miles
  • 2021 – 101,023 miles
  • 2020 – 100,623 miles
  • 2019 – 90,014 miles
  • 2018 – 78,387 miles
  • 2016 – 72,522 miles
  • 2015 – 67,649 miles
  • 2014 – 56,766 miles
  • 2013 – 42,718 miles
  • 2012 – 36,121 miles
  • 2011 – 26,570 miles
  • 2010 – 19,060 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,918 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,918 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    104,918 miles
    Test number
    565010061952
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail104,918 miles (+3,895)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,918 miles
    Test number
    288966623273
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,023 miles (+400)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    101,023 miles
    Test number
    463411698688
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass100,623 miles (+10,609)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    100,623 miles
    Test number
    975888612176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,014 miles (+11,627)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    90,014 miles
    Test number
    804493137160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,387 miles (+5,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    78,387 miles
    Test number
    560988326856
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  7. Pass72,522 miles (+4,873)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,522 miles
    Test number
    948354816442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,649 miles (+10,883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,649 miles
    Test number
    477305925592
    • AdvisoryTyres worn on edges inflated pressures slightly

  9. Pass56,766 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    56,766 miles
    Test number
    818892914303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,761 miles (+14,043)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,761 miles
    Test number
    858431714320
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  11. Pass42,718 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,718 miles
    Test number
    929904653270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,663 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,663 miles
    Test number
    515177903266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,341 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,341 miles
    Test number
    169174573432
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre side curb protector damaged

  14. Fail42,341 miles (+6,220)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,341 miles
    Test number
    578244673026
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre side curb protector damaged

  15. Fail36,121 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,121 miles
    Test number
    345160842074
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  16. Pass36,121 miles (+9,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,121 miles
    Test number
    636930942035
    • 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)

  17. Fail26,570 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,570 miles
    Test number
    136032141045
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass26,570 miles (+7,510)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    26,570 miles
    Test number
    549312141015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    19,060 miles
    Test number
    812268790065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 LJL

Does LB56 LJL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 LJL expired on 3 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 LJL?
The MOT on LB56 LJL expired on 3 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 LJL done?
LB56 LJL was recorded at 104,918 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2024, an average of 6,174 miles a year.
Has LB56 LJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 LJL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 LJL 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 LJL find?
LB56 LJL passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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