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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LD56 EUZMOT history

LD56 EUZ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 74,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

LD56 EUZ blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
74,230 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 EUZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 EUZ was last recorded at 74,230 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 317 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,913 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
317 miles
Average per year
3,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,230 miles
  • 2025 – 73,913 miles
  • 2024 – 73,663 miles
  • 2023 – 73,301 miles
  • 2022 – 69,645 miles
  • 2021 – 65,392 miles
  • 2020 – 58,880 miles
  • 2018 – 50,335 miles
  • 2017 – 43,372 miles
  • 2016 – 35,530 miles
  • 2014 – 32,766 miles
  • 2013 – 30,470 miles
  • 2012 – 25,581 miles
  • 2011 – 19,917 miles
  • 2010 – 14,503 miles
  • 2009 – 9,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,230 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Front registration plate cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,230 miles (+317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    74,230 miles
    Test number
    435455325530
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass73,913 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    73,913 miles
    Test number
    717813473696
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail73,913 miles (+250)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,913 miles
    Test number
    662367877284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass73,663 miles (+362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    73,663 miles
    Test number
    850829204703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass73,301 miles (+3,656)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,301 miles
    Test number
    495730753287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass69,645 miles (+4,253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    69,645 miles
    Test number
    652340227029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass65,392 miles (+6,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    65,392 miles
    Test number
    570615095921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass58,880 miles (+8,545)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    58,880 miles
    Test number
    929691192244
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass50,335 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    50,335 miles
    Test number
    658650522889
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn inner edge

  10. Fail50,335 miles (+6,963)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,335 miles
    Test number
    830361202034
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205 55 16 RF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205 55 16 RF (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn inner edge

  11. Pass43,372 miles (+7,842)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    43,372 miles
    Test number
    515601212614
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly worn on inner tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn on inner tread
    • AdvisoryUndertray covers fitted obscuring components

  12. Pass35,530 miles (+2,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    35,530 miles
    Test number
    260962864625
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.82mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass32,766 miles (+2,296)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    32,766 miles
    Test number
    409853374285
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seats fitted to o/s and n/s rear unable to carry out full inspection of seat belts

  14. Pass30,470 miles (+44)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    30,470 miles
    Test number
    368472263498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail30,426 miles (+4,845)2 failures2 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,426 miles
    Test number
    577939853286
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail25,581 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,581 miles
    Test number
    236885862233
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass25,581 miles (+5,664)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    25,581 miles
    Test number
    705065162240
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass19,917 miles (+5,414)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    19,917 miles
    Test number
    418649461258
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail14,503 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,503 miles
    Test number
    371701570452
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

  20. Pass14,503 miles (+4,943)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    14,503 miles
    Test number
    892531470287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    9,560 miles
    Test number
    582809559270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail9,560 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,560 miles
    Test number
    892149459209
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LD56 EUZ

Does LD56 EUZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 EUZ is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 EUZ?
The MOT on LD56 EUZ is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 EUZ done?
LD56 EUZ was recorded at 74,230 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 3,842 miles a year.
Has LD56 EUZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 EUZ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LD56 EUZ 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 LD56 EUZ find?
LD56 EUZ passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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