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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 YFRMOT history

LB56 YFR is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 91,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
91,726 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 YFR
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
15 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 YFR was last recorded at 91,726 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 4,455 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,271 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,455 miles
Average per year
3,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,726 miles
  • 2025 – 87,271 miles
  • 2024 – 87,230 miles
  • 2023 – 79,166 miles
  • 2022 – 74,142 miles
  • 2021 – 69,011 miles
  • 2020 – 65,045 miles
  • 2019 – 58,615 miles
  • 2018 – 48,608 miles
  • 2017 – 46,051 miles
  • 2016 – 45,559 miles
  • 2015 – 44,614 miles
  • 2014 – 43,781 miles
  • 2013 – 42,464 miles
  • 2012 – 41,215 miles
  • 2011 – 39,159 miles
  • 2009 – 31,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,726 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,726 miles (+4,455)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    91,726 miles
    Test number
    549662528247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass87,271 miles (+41)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    87,271 miles
    Test number
    162439368648
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose CAT PIPE TO CENTRE SILENCER BOLTS CORRODED (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail87,230 miles (+8,064)1 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,230 miles
    Test number
    202107077785
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective middle to front flex flange bolts all corroded off only just holding together (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive all over engine everywhere (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass79,166 miles (+5,024)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,166 miles
    Test number
    760487748274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass74,142 miles (+5,131)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,142 miles
    Test number
    597715735252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,011 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    69,011 miles
    Test number
    188218516594
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion in various spots. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail69,009 miles (+3,964)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,009 miles
    Test number
    977608484580
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass65,045 miles (+6,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,045 miles
    Test number
    686306223695
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass58,615 miles (+10,007)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    58,615 miles
    Test number
    904082486005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    48,608 miles
    Test number
    747838887277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,608 miles (+2,557)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,608 miles
    Test number
    536043725834
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  12. Pass46,051 miles (+492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    46,051 miles
    Test number
    448794795537
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryGear oil leak

  13. Pass45,559 miles (+945)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    45,559 miles
    Test number
    647837339873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,614 miles (+833)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    44,614 miles
    Test number
    949800425135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,781 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,781 miles
    Test number
    718956234195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail43,781 miles (+1,317)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,781 miles
    Test number
    215106234125
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass42,464 miles (+1,249)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,464 miles
    Test number
    849330133190
    • NoteExhaust slight corrosion
    • NoteSlight weap of oil from auto box
    • NoteUndertrays fitted front to rear off vehicle
    • NoteVarious marks and scratches vechicle and alloys

  18. Pass41,215 miles (+2,056)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,215 miles
    Test number
    727772422152
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass39,159 miles (+7,983)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,159 miles
    Test number
    148239631179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    31,176 miles
    Test number
    680019549350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 YFR

Does LB56 YFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 YFR is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 YFR?
The MOT on LB56 YFR is valid until 20 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 YFR done?
LB56 YFR was recorded at 91,726 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 3,761 miles a year.
Has LB56 YFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 YFR has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 YFR 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 YFR find?
LB56 YFR passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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