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BMW X3

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 VNSMOT history

LB56 VNS is a blue diesel BMW X3 first used on 11 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2025 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 116,633 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2025
Mileage
116,633 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 VNS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 VNS was last recorded at 116,633 miles on 23 Feb 2024, 8,723 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,910 miles · 18 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
8,723 miles
Average per year
6,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 116,633 miles
  • 2023 – 107,910 miles
  • 2022 – 98,216 miles
  • 2021 – 87,617 miles
  • 2020 – 78,684 miles
  • 2019 – 67,591 miles
  • 2017 – 64,185 miles
  • 2016 – 57,071 miles
  • 2015 – 51,814 miles
  • 2014 – 46,972 miles
  • 2013 – 41,418 miles
  • 2012 – 37,074 miles
  • 2010 – 31,975 miles
  • 2009 – 26,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,633 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,633 miles (+8,723)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    116,633 miles
    Test number
    724773447472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass107,910 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    107,910 miles
    Test number
    601792773477
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail107,910 miles (+9,694)2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,910 miles
    Test number
    329854150269
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,216 miles (+10,599)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    98,216 miles
    Test number
    401741791109
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass87,617 miles (+8,933)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,617 miles
    Test number
    866426136501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,684 miles (+11,093)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,684 miles
    Test number
    878842673063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass67,591 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    67,591 miles
    Test number
    370580003370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail67,591 miles (+3,406)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,591 miles
    Test number
    911178118542
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass64,185 miles (+7,114)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    64,185 miles
    Test number
    845507159372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,071 miles (+5,257)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    57,071 miles
    Test number
    143176487928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,814 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    51,814 miles
    Test number
    437457915050
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Fail51,802 miles (+4,830)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,802 miles
    Test number
    228575315066
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass46,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,972 miles
    Test number
    138937414480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,972 miles (+5,554)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,972 miles
    Test number
    636367514005
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass41,418 miles (+4,344)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    41,418 miles
    Test number
    847496113041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,074 miles (+5,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    37,074 miles
    Test number
    595656112060
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass31,975 miles (+5,678)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,975 miles
    Test number
    774472940330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail26,297 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,297 miles
    Test number
    553628749300
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  19. Pass26,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    26,297 miles
    Test number
    861528949338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 VNS

Does LB56 VNS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 VNS expired on 22 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 VNS?
The MOT on LB56 VNS expired on 22 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 VNS done?
LB56 VNS was recorded at 116,633 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2024, an average of 6,365 miles a year.
Has LB56 VNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 VNS has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB56 VNS 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 VNS find?
LB56 VNS passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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