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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LD56 TEOMOT history

LD56 TEO is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 145,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2025.

LD56 TEO 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 29 Jan 2026
Mileage
145,661 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2025
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 TEO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 TEO was last recorded at 145,661 miles on 21 Jan 2025, 6,383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
139,278 miles · 27 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
6,383 miles
Average per year
7,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,661 miles
  • 2024 – 139,278 miles
  • 2023 – 133,472 miles
  • 2022 – 128,827 miles
  • 2021 – 125,653 miles
  • 2020 – 123,915 miles
  • 2019 – 121,816 miles
  • 2018 – 118,156 miles
  • 2017 – 113,756 miles
  • 2016 – 107,250 miles
  • 2015 – 100,016 miles
  • 2014 – 91,666 miles
  • 2013 – 79,417 miles
  • 2012 – 71,678 miles
  • 2011 – 58,096 miles
  • 2009 – 25,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,661 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,661 miles (+6,383)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    145,661 miles
    Test number
    918814799501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass139,278 miles (+5,806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    139,278 miles
    Test number
    217747282378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass133,472 miles (+4,645)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    133,472 miles
    Test number
    527422700175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass128,827 miles (+3,174)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,827 miles
    Test number
    961872325777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass125,653 miles (+1,738)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    125,653 miles
    Test number
    553866648119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,915 miles (+2,099)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,915 miles
    Test number
    229725620865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass121,816 miles (+3,660)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,816 miles
    Test number
    284507222343
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear rose bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp tab broken but not inscure
  8. Pass118,156 miles (+4,400)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    118,156 miles
    Test number
    928049920289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass113,756 miles (+6,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    113,756 miles
    Test number
    216515067487
    • AdvisoryUnder guards fitted
  10. Pass107,250 miles (+7,234)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    107,250 miles
    Test number
    760668929007
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted/under trays fitted/ubcc
  11. Pass100,016 miles (+8,350)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    100,016 miles
    Test number
    548774825093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    91,666 miles
    Test number
    108521324095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail91,666 miles (+12,249)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,666 miles
    Test number
    278811124042
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  14. Pass79,417 miles (+7,739)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    79,417 miles
    Test number
    398594123024
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  15. Pass71,678 miles (+13,582)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    71,678 miles
    Test number
    215356012025
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s/f bumper damage / insecure
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated
  16. Pass58,096 miles (+33,015)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,096 miles
    Test number
    538730821061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,081 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    25,081 miles
    Test number
    301342399444
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LD56 TEO

Does LD56 TEO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 TEO expired on 29 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 TEO?
The MOT on LD56 TEO expired on 29 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 TEO done?
LD56 TEO was recorded at 145,661 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2025, an average of 7,903 miles a year.
Has LD56 TEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 TEO has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2014.
Has the mileage on LD56 TEO 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 TEO find?
LD56 TEO passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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