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BMW Z4

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 XORMOT history

LB56 XOR is a black petrol BMW Z4 first used on 5 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 101,966 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2026
Mileage
101,966 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XOR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 XOR was last recorded at 101,966 miles on 21 Aug 2025, 16,243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,723 miles · 4 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
16,243 miles
Average per year
4,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,966 miles
  • 2024 – 85,723 miles
  • 2023 – 80,622 miles
  • 2020 – 80,385 miles
  • 2019 – 80,016 miles
  • 2018 – 79,011 miles
  • 2017 – 77,045 miles
  • 2016 – 74,172 miles
  • 2015 – 70,450 miles
  • 2014 – 64,855 miles
  • 2013 – 59,907 miles
  • 2012 – 54,474 miles
  • 2011 – 48,167 miles
  • 2010 – 34,404 miles
  • 2009 – 24,402 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,966 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases minor leaks from joins/clamps (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed webbing slightly stretched (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,966 miles (+16,243)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    101,966 miles
    Test number
    588558910128
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases minor leaks from joins/clamps (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed webbing slightly stretched (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass85,723 miles (+5,101)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    85,723 miles
    Test number
    694364079990
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r o/s/r n/s front to back corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses cracks on the bends (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass80,622 miles (+237)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    80,622 miles
    Test number
    601412996585
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush TOP MOUNT RUBBER (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ON ARM (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush TOP MOUNT RUBBER (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ON ARM (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass80,385 miles (+369)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,385 miles
    Test number
    768108729781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,016 miles (+1,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    80,016 miles
    Test number
    704547792193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass79,011 miles (+1,966)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    79,011 miles
    Test number
    452553062413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,045 miles (+2,873)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    77,045 miles
    Test number
    986757946669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass74,172 miles (+63)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    74,172 miles
    Test number
    272588752648
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail74,109 miles (+3,659)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,109 miles
    Test number
    451967996138
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 225/50r16 92w run flat (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass70,450 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    70,450 miles
    Test number
    101710234438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail70,450 miles (+5,595)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,450 miles
    Test number
    110304025424
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass64,855 miles (+4,948)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    64,855 miles
    Test number
    646942134337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,907 miles (+5,433)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,907 miles
    Test number
    499014233311
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass54,474 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    54,474 miles
    Test number
    407688032408
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing edges and cracking

  15. Fail54,474 miles (+6,307)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,474 miles
    Test number
    879426332396
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing edges and cracking

  16. Pass48,167 miles (+13,763)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    48,167 miles
    Test number
    807126531366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,404 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,404 miles
    Test number
    661909620331
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail34,394 miles (+9,992)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,394 miles
    Test number
    344628920390
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass24,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    24,402 miles
    Test number
    380714019304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 XOR

Does LB56 XOR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 XOR expired on 5 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XOR?
The MOT on LB56 XOR expired on 5 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 XOR done?
LB56 XOR was recorded at 101,966 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2025, an average of 4,916 miles a year.
Has LB56 XOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XOR has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2016.
Has the mileage on LB56 XOR 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 XOR find?
LB56 XOR passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases minor leaks from joins/clamps; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed webbing slightly stretched, and 4 more.

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