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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 TFEMOT history

LB56 TFE is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 202,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
202,301 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 TFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 TFE was last recorded at 202,301 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 13,623 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,678 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
13,623 miles
Average per year
7,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,301 miles
  • 2024 – 188,678 miles
  • 2018 – 157,268 miles
  • 2017 – 153,069 miles
  • 2016 – 147,479 miles
  • 2015 – 141,231 miles
  • 2014 – 126,992 miles
  • 2013 – 112,369 miles
  • 2012 – 96,570 miles
  • 2011 – 93,482 miles
  • 2010 – 89,934 miles
  • 2009 – 85,585 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,301 miles
  • AdvisoryDiesel residue around filter area
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront undertray damaged

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.

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,301 miles (+13,623)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    202,301 miles
    Test number
    334732999874
    • AdvisoryDiesel residue around filter area
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront undertray damaged

  2. Pass188,678 miles (+10,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    188,678 miles
    Test number
    340746104429
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass178,182 miles (+20,914)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    178,182 miles
    Test number
    558699830416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass157,268 miles (+4,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    157,268 miles
    Test number
    951050773690
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring light on

  5. Pass153,069 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    153,069 miles
    Test number
    602649788730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge low (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge low (4.1.E.1)

  6. Fail153,069 miles (+5,590)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,069 miles
    Test number
    426385211109
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge low (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge low (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass147,479 miles (+6,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    147,479 miles
    Test number
    745600846721
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryClutch noisy

  8. Pass141,231 miles (+14,239)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    141,231 miles
    Test number
    911179035918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,992 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    126,992 miles
    Test number
    437916144339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteChild seats fitted to nearside and offside rear passenger seats not allowing full inspection of adult belts

  10. Fail126,992 miles (+14,623)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,992 miles
    Test number
    259796144304
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteChild seats fitted to nearside and offside rear passenger seats not allowing full inspection of adult belts

  11. Pass112,369 miles (+53)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    112,369 miles
    Test number
    559992953345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  12. Fail112,316 miles (+15,746)5 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,316 miles
    Test number
    946260553378
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise a full brake check
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  13. Pass96,570 miles (+3,088)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    96,570 miles
    Test number
    485994322424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,482 miles (+3,548)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    93,482 miles
    Test number
    565496441330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,934 miles (+4,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    89,934 miles
    Test number
    533600140325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass85,585 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    85,585 miles
    Test number
    482846839329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on shoulders

Questions about LB56 TFE

Does LB56 TFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 TFE is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 TFE?
The MOT on LB56 TFE is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 TFE done?
LB56 TFE was recorded at 202,301 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 7,206 miles a year.
Has LB56 TFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 TFE has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2017.
Has the mileage on LB56 TFE 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 TFE find?
LB56 TFE passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: diesel residue around filter area; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section; front undertray damaged.

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