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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LD56 FFRMOT history

LD56 FFR is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 180,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2025.

LD56 FFR black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2026
Mileage
180,901 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 FFR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 FFR was last recorded at 180,901 miles on 14 Jul 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Sept 2018: 153,252 miles, lower than 162,732 miles on 11 Oct 2017.
  • 1 Oct 2019: 156,539 miles, lower than 513,252 miles on 27 Sept 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
180,901 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 180,901 miles
  • 2024 – 172,972 miles
  • 2023 – 169,118 miles
  • 2022 – 164,262 miles
  • 2020 – 159,589 miles
  • 2019 – 156,539 miles
  • 2018 – 513,252 miles
  • 2017 – 162,732 miles
  • 2016 – 144,032 miles
  • 2015 – 134,763 miles
  • 2014 – 124,695 miles
  • 2013 – 113,685 miles
  • 2012 – 102,981 miles
  • 2011 – 90,347 miles
  • 2010 – 78,520 miles
  • 2009 – 32,516 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,901 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,901 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    180,901 miles
    Test number
    881546904759
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail180,901 miles (+7,929)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,901 miles
    Test number
    331415158593
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass172,972 miles (+3,854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    172,972 miles
    Test number
    459585681832
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass169,118 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    169,118 miles
    Test number
    402369052407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail169,111 miles (+4,849)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,111 miles
    Test number
    167451123200
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass164,262 miles (+4,673)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    164,262 miles
    Test number
    170815917313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass159,589 miles (+3,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    159,589 miles
    Test number
    577934335309
    • AdvisoryOffside Front alloy slightly damaged

  8. Pass156,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    156,539 miles
    Test number
    304798386693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail156,539 miles (-356,713)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,539 miles
    Test number
    773759755070
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  10. Pass513,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    513,252 miles
    Test number
    530872001464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail153,252 miles (-9,480)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,252 miles
    Test number
    537800386772
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass162,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    162,732 miles
    Test number
    537195363433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail149,640 miles (+5,608)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,640 miles
    Test number
    600887750861
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass144,032 miles (+9,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    144,032 miles
    Test number
    376015389169
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass134,763 miles (+10,068)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    134,763 miles
    Test number
    295007619140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass124,695 miles (+11,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    124,695 miles
    Test number
    995838154253
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass113,685 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    113,685 miles
    Test number
    308712263419
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteParking brake lever slightly come up high

  18. Fail113,685 miles (+10,704)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,685 miles
    Test number
    649462463220
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteParking brake lever slightly come up high

  19. Pass102,981 miles (+12,634)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    102,981 miles
    Test number
    528329852215
    • NoteEngine mangemant light on

  20. Fail90,347 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,347 miles
    Test number
    698270061221
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass90,347 miles (+11,827)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    90,347 miles
    Test number
    765260761222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass78,520 miles (+46,004)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    78,520 miles
    Test number
    681990660230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,516 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    32,516 miles
    Test number
    423266749225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,515 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,515 miles
    Test number
    862305949268
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD56 FFR

Does LD56 FFR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 FFR expired on 13 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 FFR?
The MOT on LD56 FFR expired on 13 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 FFR done?
LD56 FFR was recorded at 180,901 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2025, an average of 9,354 miles a year.
Has LD56 FFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 FFR has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LD56 FFR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 27 Sept 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD56 FFR find?
LD56 FFR passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2025 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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