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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LB56 XXCMOT history

LB56 XXC is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 75,033 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
75,033 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 XXC was last recorded at 75,033 miles on 24 Jan 2026, 4,608 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,425 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,608 miles
Average per year
3,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,033 miles
  • 2025 – 70,425 miles
  • 2024 – 66,282 miles
  • 2023 – 66,153 miles
  • 2021 – 65,653 miles
  • 2020 – 65,185 miles
  • 2019 – 63,729 miles
  • 2018 – 62,474 miles
  • 2016 – 55,776 miles
  • 2015 – 46,036 miles
  • 2014 – 39,138 miles
  • 2013 – 22,270 miles
  • 2012 – 14,951 miles
  • 2011 – 13,737 miles
  • 2010 – 13,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,033 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Gear shift lignt not moveing with gear shift

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,033 miles (+4,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    75,033 miles
    Test number
    617549608167
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass70,425 miles (+4,143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    70,425 miles
    Test number
    593159026947
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass66,282 miles (+129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    66,282 miles
    Test number
    741952745581
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass66,153 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    66,153 miles
    Test number
    444489271063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,653 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    65,653 miles
    Test number
    932327628451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail65,648 miles (+463)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,648 miles
    Test number
    756578813411
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass65,185 miles (+1,456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,185 miles
    Test number
    758096046874
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass63,729 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    63,729 miles
    Test number
    670659918557
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail63,729 miles (+1,255)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,729 miles
    Test number
    780522201791
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values Idle speed (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass62,474 miles (+6,698)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    62,474 miles
    Test number
    616296088703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass55,776 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,776 miles
    Test number
    957608262061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder worn (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail55,776 miles (+9,740)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,776 miles
    Test number
    136814907258
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder worn (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass46,036 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    46,036 miles
    Test number
    358643585102
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Fail46,036 miles (+6,898)2 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,036 miles
    Test number
    358222485126
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Pass39,138 miles (+14)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,138 miles
    Test number
    837553884122
    • DangerousGear shift lignt not moveing with gear shift
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail39,124 miles (+16,854)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,124 miles
    Test number
    955515474193
    • DangerousGear shift lignt not moveing with gear shift
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSteering lock warning lamp indicates a fault (2.1.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass22,270 miles (+7,319)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    22,270 miles
    Test number
    425968863128
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass14,951 miles (+1,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    14,951 miles
    Test number
    499680472124
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass13,737 miles (+688)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    13,737 miles
    Test number
    835908441138
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass13,049 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    13,049 miles
    Test number
    902881930163
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LB56 XXC

Does LB56 XXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 XXC is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XXC?
The MOT on LB56 XXC is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 XXC done?
LB56 XXC was recorded at 75,033 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2026, an average of 3,946 miles a year.
Has LB56 XXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XXC has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB56 XXC 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 XXC find?
LB56 XXC passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive transmission sump.

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