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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 YFJMOT history

LB56 YFJ is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 102,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2025
Mileage
102,104 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 YFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 YFJ was last recorded at 102,104 miles on 5 Jan 2024, 5,753 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,351 miles · 17 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
5,753 miles
Average per year
6,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,104 miles
  • 2022 – 96,351 miles
  • 2021 – 90,984 miles
  • 2020 – 85,568 miles
  • 2019 – 76,526 miles
  • 2018 – 70,916 miles
  • 2017 – 64,135 miles
  • 2015 – 58,211 miles
  • 2014 – 52,016 miles
  • 2013 – 45,380 miles
  • 2012 – 39,027 miles
  • 2011 – 30,377 miles
  • 2010 – 24,513 miles
  • 2009 – 16,467 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,104 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass102,104 miles (+5,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    102,104 miles
    Test number
    200411701660
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass96,351 miles (+5,367)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,351 miles
    Test number
    437486302371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,984 miles (+244)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,984 miles
    Test number
    106510888281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail90,740 miles (+5,172)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,740 miles
    Test number
    467474355865
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  5. Pass85,568 miles (+3,058)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    85,568 miles
    Test number
    177490936688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,510 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    82,510 miles
    Test number
    413769556343
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail82,508 miles (+5,982)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,508 miles
    Test number
    563674458118
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass76,526 miles (+5,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    76,526 miles
    Test number
    175123532847
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass70,916 miles (+6,781)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    70,916 miles
    Test number
    580330774654
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass64,135 miles (+280)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,135 miles
    Test number
    690063286464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,855 miles (+5,644)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    63,855 miles
    Test number
    589430986109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,211 miles (+6,195)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    58,211 miles
    Test number
    107090538502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,016 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,016 miles
    Test number
    446821354449
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on edges

  14. Pass52,016 miles (+6,636)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    52,016 miles
    Test number
    778521654328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on edges

  15. Pass45,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    45,380 miles
    Test number
    216785943300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail45,380 miles (+6,353)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,380 miles
    Test number
    597935343316
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass39,027 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    39,027 miles
    Test number
    469899142448
    • NoteFront tyre edges low tread.

  18. Fail39,027 miles (+8,650)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,027 miles
    Test number
    587319842371
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront tyre edges low tread.

  19. Fail30,377 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,377 miles
    Test number
    405586631385
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass30,377 miles (+5,864)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    30,377 miles
    Test number
    608056231351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,513 miles (+8,046)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    24,513 miles
    Test number
    932830750320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    16,467 miles
    Test number
    593338949353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail16,467 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,467 miles
    Test number
    734458649349
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LB56 YFJ

Does LB56 YFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 YFJ expired on 4 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 YFJ?
The MOT on LB56 YFJ expired on 4 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 YFJ done?
LB56 YFJ was recorded at 102,104 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2024, an average of 6,091 miles a year.
Has LB56 YFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 YFJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB56 YFJ 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 YFJ find?
LB56 YFJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2024 with 2 advisories: coolant leak; oil leak, but not excessive.

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