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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 2,494 cc

LB56 VOHMOT history

LB56 VOH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 122,839 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
122,839 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 VOH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 VOH was last recorded at 122,839 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 12,061 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,778 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
12,061 miles
Average per year
6,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,839 miles
  • 2024 – 110,778 miles
  • 2023 – 99,644 miles
  • 2022 – 88,526 miles
  • 2021 – 77,553 miles
  • 2020 – 72,835 miles
  • 2019 – 68,350 miles
  • 2018 – 62,884 miles
  • 2017 – 56,816 miles
  • 2016 – 51,628 miles
  • 2015 – 48,594 miles
  • 2014 – 44,249 miles
  • 2013 – 41,377 miles
  • 2012 – 37,043 miles
  • 2011 – 33,947 miles
  • 2010 – 27,909 miles
  • 2009 – 18,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,839 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK REAR SEAT BELTS AS CHILD SEAT FITTED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • YELLOW MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,839 miles (+12,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    122,839 miles
    Test number
    563726035827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass110,778 miles (+11,134)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    110,778 miles
    Test number
    804979642579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass99,644 miles (+11,118)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    99,644 miles
    Test number
    761872986554
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass88,526 miles (+8,636)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    88,526 miles
    Test number
    521578373843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass79,890 miles (+2,337)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    79,890 miles
    Test number
    537137781303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,553 miles (+4,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    77,553 miles
    Test number
    133246150641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Pass72,835 miles (+4,485)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    72,835 miles
    Test number
    769507181389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass68,350 miles (+5,466)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    68,350 miles
    Test number
    718180821419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,884 miles (+6,068)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    62,884 miles
    Test number
    967831703136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,816 miles (+5,188)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    56,816 miles
    Test number
    865187574852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,628 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,628 miles
    Test number
    817144690581
    • AdvisoryUNABLE TO FULLY CHECK REAR SEAT BELTS AS CHILD SEAT FITTED
    • AdvisoryYELLOW MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

  12. Fail51,623 miles (+3,029)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,623 miles
    Test number
    796435154295
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUNABLE TO FULLY CHECK REAR SEAT BELTS AS CHILD SEAT FITTED
    • AdvisoryYELLOW MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

  13. Pass48,594 miles (+4,345)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,594 miles
    Test number
    496357925079
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteAll four tyres starting to wear on inner edge
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass44,249 miles (+2,872)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    44,249 miles
    Test number
    495059444079
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass41,377 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,377 miles
    Test number
    776027553002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail41,337 miles (+4,294)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,337 miles
    Test number
    777027453080
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass37,043 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    37,043 miles
    Test number
    829392352054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,947 miles (+6,038)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    33,947 miles
    Test number
    935882841037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail27,909 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,909 miles
    Test number
    422936040174
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass27,909 miles (+9,329)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    27,909 miles
    Test number
    701666940140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    18,580 miles
    Test number
    254531049106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail18,580 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,580 miles
    Test number
    580721249178
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LB56 VOH

Does LB56 VOH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 VOH is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 VOH?
The MOT on LB56 VOH is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 VOH done?
LB56 VOH was recorded at 122,839 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 6,332 miles a year.
Has LB56 VOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 VOH has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2016.
Has the mileage on LB56 VOH 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 VOH find?
LB56 VOH passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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