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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LD56 TDOMOT history

LD56 TDO is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 30 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 160,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

LD56 TDO black BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
160,048 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 TDO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 TDO was last recorded at 160,048 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 152 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,896 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
152 miles
Average per year
7,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,048 miles
  • 2024 – 152,973 miles
  • 2023 – 146,779 miles
  • 2022 – 141,123 miles
  • 2021 – 135,883 miles
  • 2020 – 131,487 miles
  • 2019 – 125,055 miles
  • 2018 – 121,335 miles
  • 2017 – 116,633 miles
  • 2016 – 110,830 miles
  • 2015 – 106,740 miles
  • 2014 – 97,472 miles
  • 2013 – 90,930 miles
  • 2012 – 82,192 miles
  • 2011 – 70,331 miles
  • 2010 – 58,502 miles
  • 2009 – 42,276 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,048 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear handbrake brakes noisy when applied

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,048 miles (+152)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    160,048 miles
    Test number
    229353809366
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail159,896 miles (+103)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,896 miles
    Test number
    811259705925
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail159,793 miles (+6,820)2 dangerous3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,793 miles
    Test number
    467604122985
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass152,973 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    152,973 miles
    Test number
    256895180503
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail152,973 miles (+6,194)2 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,973 miles
    Test number
    789345724168
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass146,779 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    146,779 miles
    Test number
    988454936868
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail146,771 miles (+5,648)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,771 miles
    Test number
    904721774917
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass141,123 miles (+5,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    141,123 miles
    Test number
    123089741995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass135,883 miles (+4,396)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    135,883 miles
    Test number
    692644074231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass131,487 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    131,487 miles
    Test number
    894379928698
    • Advisory1 x number plate light out
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexy hoses splitting
    • AdvisoryBoth sides track control arm bushes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre badly worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre damaged on inner sidewall

  11. Fail131,485 miles (+6,430)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,485 miles
    Test number
    491513930883
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Advisory1 x number plate light out
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexy hoses splitting
    • AdvisoryBoth sides track control arm bushes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre badly worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre damaged on inner sidewall

  12. Pass125,055 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    125,055 miles
    Test number
    206247679740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake brakes noisy when applied

  13. Fail125,035 miles (+3,700)3 dangerous1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,035 miles
    Test number
    164879168895
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake brakes noisy when applied

  14. Pass121,335 miles (+4,702)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    121,335 miles
    Test number
    808256011366
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed both (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass116,633 miles (+5,803)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    116,633 miles
    Test number
    405904272221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass110,830 miles (+4,090)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    110,830 miles
    Test number
    946038678401
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass106,740 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    106,740 miles
    Test number
    829796025237
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail106,740 miles (+9,268)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,740 miles
    Test number
    919875725214
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass97,472 miles (+6,542)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    97,472 miles
    Test number
    249876824224
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass90,930 miles (+8,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    90,930 miles
    Test number
    426905323286
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass82,192 miles (+11,861)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    82,192 miles
    Test number
    637804112372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,331 miles (+11,829)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    70,331 miles
    Test number
    849818801360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,502 miles (+16,226)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,502 miles
    Test number
    622333610341
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front and rear brake pads worn close to specified limit

  24. Pass42,276 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    42,276 miles
    Test number
    440593479294
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges.
    • NoteFull underbody trays fitted.

Questions about LD56 TDO

Does LD56 TDO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 TDO expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 TDO?
The MOT on LD56 TDO expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 TDO done?
LD56 TDO was recorded at 160,048 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 7,376 miles a year.
Has LD56 TDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 TDO has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LD56 TDO 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 TDO find?
LD56 TDO passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 11 more.

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