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BMW 120

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LD56 ZHRMOT history

LD56 ZHR is a black diesel BMW 120 first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 181,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
181,672 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 ZHR
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
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 ZHR was last recorded at 181,672 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,672 miles · 22 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,672 miles
  • 2025 – 178,365 miles
  • 2024 – 169,125 miles
  • 2023 – 161,796 miles
  • 2022 – 151,021 miles
  • 2021 – 142,380 miles
  • 2020 – 133,744 miles
  • 2019 – 120,689 miles
  • 2018 – 112,640 miles
  • 2017 – 106,377 miles
  • 2016 – 95,829 miles
  • 2015 – 85,779 miles
  • 2014 – 74,840 miles
  • 2013 – 60,511 miles
  • 2012 – 50,755 miles
  • 2011 – 43,478 miles
  • 2010 – 36,340 miles
  • 2009 – 25,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,672 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre and rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fittedRecorded at 3 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated All slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,672 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    181,672 miles
    Test number
    744429174606
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Fail181,672 miles2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,672 miles
    Test number
    734021145010
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass181,672 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    181,672 miles
    Test number
    860890069215
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Fail181,672 miles (+3,307)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,672 miles
    Test number
    940196487655
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Pass178,365 miles (+9,240)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    178,365 miles
    Test number
    301393203732
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Centre, rear and o/s/f (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides ( slightly perished ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad warning wire broken
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass169,125 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    169,125 miles
    Test number
    590957637672
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamp lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads low approx 3.5 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear corroded but not excessively (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose but unlikely to fall off
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Flexy coupling cracking (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Fail169,125 miles (+7,329)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,125 miles
    Test number
    573870103521
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamp lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads low approx 3.5 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear corroded but not excessively (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose but unlikely to fall off
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Flexy coupling cracking (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  8. Pass161,796 miles (+10,775)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    161,796 miles
    Test number
    706428158865
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield looses but unlikely to fall off
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Cracking (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  9. Pass151,021 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    151,021 miles
    Test number
    818223129501
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Cracking (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  10. Fail151,021 miles (+8,641)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,021 miles
    Test number
    478840871214
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Cracking (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  11. Pass142,380 miles (+8,636)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,380 miles
    Test number
    989422961299
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All hoses slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass133,744 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    133,744 miles
    Test number
    209235774630
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail133,739 miles (+13,050)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,739 miles
    Test number
    305185927714
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass120,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    120,689 miles
    Test number
    389232333190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail120,689 miles (+8,049)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,689 miles
    Test number
    358821174003
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass112,640 miles (+6,263)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,640 miles
    Test number
    763213675565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass106,377 miles (+10,548)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    106,377 miles
    Test number
    794619527352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,829 miles
    Test number
    789181603757
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush Both (2.5.B.2b)

  19. Fail95,829 miles (+10,050)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,829 miles
    Test number
    764231627512
    • FailureRear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Both ,inner (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush Both (2.5.B.2b)

  20. Pass85,779 miles (+10,939)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    85,779 miles
    Test number
    135254885148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass74,840 miles (+14,329)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    74,840 miles
    Test number
    765575574113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    60,511 miles
    Test number
    365915383155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail60,508 miles (+9,753)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,508 miles
    Test number
    409535083197
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass50,755 miles (+7,277)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,755 miles
    Test number
    826973072105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass43,478 miles (+7,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    43,478 miles
    Test number
    297810481194
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass36,340 miles (+10,800)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    36,340 miles
    Test number
    274502700283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,540 miles
    Test number
    601763759271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 ZHR

Does LD56 ZHR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 ZHR is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 ZHR?
The MOT on LD56 ZHR is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 ZHR done?
LD56 ZHR was recorded at 181,672 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 9,121 miles a year.
Has LD56 ZHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 ZHR has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LD56 ZHR 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 ZHR find?
LD56 ZHR passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 10 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre and rear; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 7 more.

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