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BMW 5

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LB56 OFXMOT history

LB56 OFX is a silver diesel BMW 5 first used on 23 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2024 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 132,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2024
Mileage
132,950 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2023
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,838 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 OFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 OFX was last recorded at 132,950 miles on 6 Dec 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,950 miles · 23 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,838 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,950 miles
  • 2021 – 126,493 miles
  • 2019 – 120,409 miles
  • 2018 – 111,236 miles
  • 2016 – 106,536 miles
  • 2015 – 93,537 miles
  • 2014 – 81,088 miles
  • 2013 – 55,867 miles
  • 2011 – 49,736 miles
  • 2010 – 42,744 miles
  • 2009 – 36,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,950 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Service brake excessively binding

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,950 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    132,950 miles
    Test number
    332842790497
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  2. Fail132,950 miles (+6,457)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,950 miles
    Test number
    575170451421
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  3. Pass126,493 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    126,493 miles
    Test number
    628920662098
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail126,493 miles (+6,084)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,493 miles
    Test number
    859037127026
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass120,409 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,409 miles
    Test number
    609450468950
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail120,409 miles (+6)1 dangerous3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,409 miles
    Test number
    204263602153
    • DangerousOffside Rear Electrical wiring connectors for braking disconnected (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail120,403 miles (+9,167)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,403 miles
    Test number
    769372387954
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  8. Pass111,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    111,236 miles
    Test number
    138967699923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail111,236 miles (+4,700)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,236 miles
    Test number
    252453361483
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint rear (2.5.B.1a)

  10. Pass106,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    106,536 miles
    Test number
    970742866056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail106,536 miles (+12,999)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,536 miles
    Test number
    662657280134
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass93,537 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    93,537 miles
    Test number
    689006739730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySill covers

  13. Fail93,537 miles (+4,360)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,537 miles
    Test number
    779815420917
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySill covers

  14. Pass89,177 miles (+8,089)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    89,177 miles
    Test number
    715855925117
    • NoteDiscs worn
    • NoteSill covers

  15. Pass81,088 miles (+25,221)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    81,088 miles
    Test number
    267898444059
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Pass55,867 miles (+6,131)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    55,867 miles
    Test number
    186333253484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,736 miles (+6,992)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    49,736 miles
    Test number
    568731211396
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads worn slightly on inner edges.

  18. Pass42,744 miles (+6,341)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    42,744 miles
    Test number
    110460500399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    36,403 miles
    Test number
    861376099245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 OFX

Does LB56 OFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 OFX expired on 5 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 OFX?
The MOT on LB56 OFX expired on 5 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 OFX done?
LB56 OFX was recorded at 132,950 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2023, an average of 6,838 miles a year.
Has LB56 OFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 OFX has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB56 OFX 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 OFX find?
LB56 OFX passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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