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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 YEXMOT history

LB56 YEX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 145,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2025
Mileage
145,543 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 YEX
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
11 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 YEX was last recorded at 145,543 miles on 27 Nov 2024, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,468 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
8,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 145,543 miles
  • 2023 – 137,493 miles
  • 2022 – 132,699 miles
  • 2021 – 122,333 miles
  • 2020 – 102,482 miles
  • 2019 – 92,103 miles
  • 2018 – 89,782 miles
  • 2017 – 84,858 miles
  • 2016 – 72,858 miles
  • 2015 – 62,756 miles
  • 2014 – 61,986 miles
  • 2013 – 53,020 miles
  • 2012 – 43,733 miles
  • 2011 – 37,075 miles
  • 2010 – 30,080 miles
  • 2009 – 23,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,543 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisy when working.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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack in corner of screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,543 miles (+75)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    145,543 miles
    Test number
    503265115839
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisy when working.

  2. Fail145,468 miles (+7,975)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,468 miles
    Test number
    349850079670
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisy when working.

  3. Pass137,493 miles (+216)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    137,493 miles
    Test number
    855046100050
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack in corner of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail137,277 miles (+4,578)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,277 miles
    Test number
    297582158155
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack in corner of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,699 miles (+10,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    132,699 miles
    Test number
    868166797848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass122,333 miles (+19,851)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    122,333 miles
    Test number
    660235367642
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass102,482 miles (+10,379)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,482 miles
    Test number
    237522214370
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass92,103 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,103 miles
    Test number
    950684984100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,782 miles
    Test number
    814631888133
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail89,781 miles (+4,923)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,781 miles
    Test number
    678117556079
    • FailureCentral Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort both side rear low (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass84,858 miles (+12,000)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,858 miles
    Test number
    716906687813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    72,858 miles
    Test number
    362212265137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,858 miles (+10,102)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,858 miles
    Test number
    281509664386
    • Repaired at testFront Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass62,756 miles (+770)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,756 miles
    Test number
    887039815106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    61,986 miles
    Test number
    669377734343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,986 miles (+8,966)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,986 miles
    Test number
    886746334337
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass53,020 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    53,020 miles
    Test number
    466307053396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail53,020 miles (+9,287)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,020 miles
    Test number
    476857253335
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass43,733 miles (+6,658)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    43,733 miles
    Test number
    386383732300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,075 miles (+6,995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,075 miles
    Test number
    146955451387
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass30,080 miles (+6,352)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    30,080 miles
    Test number
    383143340304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    23,728 miles
    Test number
    994078659371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 YEX

Does LB56 YEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 YEX expired on 26 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 YEX?
The MOT on LB56 YEX expired on 26 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 YEX done?
LB56 YEX was recorded at 145,543 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2024, an average of 8,161 miles a year.
Has LB56 YEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 YEX has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 YEX 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 YEX find?
LB56 YEX passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2024 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 1 more.

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