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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 YHCMOT history

LB56 YHC is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 158,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
158,175 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 YHC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 YHC was last recorded at 158,175 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 5,494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,681 miles · 27 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,494 miles
Average per year
5,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,175 miles
  • 2025 – 152,681 miles
  • 2024 – 147,654 miles
  • 2023 – 142,576 miles
  • 2022 – 137,524 miles
  • 2021 – 132,607 miles
  • 2020 – 127,483 miles
  • 2019 – 123,413 miles
  • 2018 – 118,273 miles
  • 2017 – 113,503 miles
  • 2016 – 109,213 miles
  • 2015 – 105,852 miles
  • 2014 – 101,876 miles
  • 2013 – 98,003 miles
  • 2012 – 97,341 miles
  • 2011 – 94,684 miles
  • 2010 – 92,541 miles
  • 2009 – 69,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,175 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • UNDER TRAYS FITTED

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2015–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective U.V. Damaged - poor beam pattern projected

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.83mm to 0.00mm on outside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.93mm to 0.00mm on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective U.V. Damaged - poor beam pattern projected

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.31mm to 0.00mm on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,175 miles (+5,494)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    158,175 miles
    Test number
    773848619230
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass152,681 miles (+3)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    152,681 miles
    Test number
    907643190762
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective U.V. Damaged - poor beam pattern projected (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective U.V. Damaged - poor beam pattern projected (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.83mm to 0.00mm on outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.93mm to 0.00mm on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.31mm to 0.00mm on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail152,678 miles (+5,024)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,678 miles
    Test number
    186611075210
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective U.V. Damaged - poor beam pattern projected (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective U.V. Damaged - poor beam pattern projected (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.83mm to 0.00mm on outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.93mm to 0.00mm on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.31mm to 0.00mm on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass147,654 miles (+5,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    147,654 miles
    Test number
    755319552600
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  5. Pass142,576 miles (+5,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    142,576 miles
    Test number
    628506679278
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  6. Pass137,524 miles (+4,917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    137,524 miles
    Test number
    123177305195
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass132,607 miles (+5,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    132,607 miles
    Test number
    548020892123
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass127,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    127,483 miles
    Test number
    884408163659
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Fail127,483 miles (+4,070)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,483 miles
    Test number
    255041008407
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass123,413 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,413 miles
    Test number
    429724535872
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail123,410 miles (+5,137)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,410 miles
    Test number
    148627937704
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass118,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,273 miles
    Test number
    977840218176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail118,273 miles (+4,770)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,273 miles
    Test number
    270820259834
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass113,503 miles (+4,290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    113,503 miles
    Test number
    841422114126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass109,213 miles (+3,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,213 miles
    Test number
    769222990507
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass105,852 miles (+3,976)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    105,852 miles
    Test number
    206359124006
    • AdvisoryEngine trays fitted
    • AdvisoryRear main brake pipes have slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Pass101,876 miles (+3,873)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    101,876 miles
    Test number
    158870774289
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner shoulder

  18. Pass98,003 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    98,003 miles
    Test number
    607680783205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass97,341 miles (+2,657)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    97,341 miles
    Test number
    698142142313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,684 miles (+2,143)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    94,684 miles
    Test number
    606159521399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass92,541 miles (+23,282)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    92,541 miles
    Test number
    373593740386
    • NoteFront brake discs worn (Pads ok)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly lipped

  22. Pass69,259 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    69,259 miles
    Test number
    253388939307
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on outside edges

Questions about LB56 YHC

Does LB56 YHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 YHC is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 YHC?
The MOT on LB56 YHC is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 YHC done?
LB56 YHC was recorded at 158,175 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 5,284 miles a year.
Has LB56 YHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 YHC has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 YHC 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 YHC find?
LB56 YHC passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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