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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LB56 LLVMOT history

LB56 LLV is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2024 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 196,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Nov 2024
Mileage
196,065 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2023
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 LLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
14 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 LLV was last recorded at 196,065 miles on 13 Nov 2023, 3,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,988 miles · 16 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
3,077 miles
Average per year
8,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 196,065 miles
  • 2022 – 192,988 miles
  • 2021 – 185,790 miles
  • 2020 – 179,700 miles
  • 2019 – 169,252 miles
  • 2018 – 151,458 miles
  • 2017 – 130,489 miles
  • 2015 – 109,497 miles
  • 2014 – 100,921 miles
  • 2013 – 97,410 miles
  • 2012 – 93,044 miles
  • 2011 – 87,099 miles
  • 2010 – 84,927 miles
  • 2009 – 72,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,065 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass196,065 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    196,065 miles
    Test number
    867859294657
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail196,063 miles (+3,075)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,063 miles
    Test number
    760858429773
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass192,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    192,988 miles
    Test number
    350087450321
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower front arm inner bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail192,988 miles (+7,198)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,988 miles
    Test number
    606251328955
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower front arm inner bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass185,790 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    185,790 miles
    Test number
    713782508573
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail185,790 miles (+6,090)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,790 miles
    Test number
    899782209790
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass179,700 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    179,700 miles
    Test number
    162507254352
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail179,700 miles (+10,448)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,700 miles
    Test number
    954472476125
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass169,252 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    169,252 miles
    Test number
    139618523433
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail169,252 miles (+17,794)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,252 miles
    Test number
    721570169521
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass151,458 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    151,458 miles
    Test number
    189746284511
    • AdvisoryNSF, NSR and OSR road wheels damaged on rim
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail151,458 miles (+20,969)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,458 miles
    Test number
    747117998816
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNSF, NSR and OSR road wheels damaged on rim
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass130,489 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    130,489 miles
    Test number
    689997792596
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryChip/damage to windscreen outside swept area
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  14. Fail130,489 miles (+20,992)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,489 miles
    Test number
    657193439001
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryChip/damage to windscreen outside swept area
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  15. Pass109,497 miles (+8,576)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    109,497 miles
    Test number
    797567817087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing slightly on inner edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  16. Pass100,921 miles (+3,511)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    100,921 miles
    Test number
    649142564276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass97,410 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    97,410 miles
    Test number
    237130943295
    • NoteBoth rear tyres going bald on inner edges
    • NoteOil leak/s

  18. Fail97,410 miles (+4,366)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,410 miles
    Test number
    595420643231
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres going bald on inner edges
    • NoteOil leak/s

  19. Pass93,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    93,044 miles
    Test number
    815365412234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail93,044 miles (+5,945)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,044 miles
    Test number
    865415612293
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass87,099 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    87,099 miles
    Test number
    709240501275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail87,098 miles (+2,171)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,098 miles
    Test number
    648569391168
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass84,927 miles (+12,794)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    84,927 miles
    Test number
    483421600206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass72,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    72,133 miles
    Test number
    821485399285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 LLV

Does LB56 LLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 LLV expired on 12 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 LLV?
The MOT on LB56 LLV 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 LLV done?
LB56 LLV was recorded at 196,065 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2023, an average of 8,815 miles a year.
Has LB56 LLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 LLV has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB56 LLV 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 LLV find?
LB56 LLV passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly damaged; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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