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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

LE56 BMWMOT history

LE56 BMW is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2023 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 160,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2022.

LE56 BMW blue 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 27 Jan 2023
Mileage
160,662 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2022
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,960 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE56 BMW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
2 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE56 BMW was last recorded at 160,662 miles on 28 Jan 2022, 10,377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,285 miles · 8 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
10,377 miles
Average per year
11,960 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 160,662 miles
  • 2020 – 150,285 miles
  • 2019 – 140,966 miles
  • 2018 – 125,452 miles
  • 2017 – 117,052 miles
  • 2015 – 106,589 miles
  • 2014 – 86,296 miles
  • 2013 – 71,579 miles
  • 2012 – 54,571 miles
  • 2011 – 23,085 miles
  • 2010 – 17,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,662 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,662 miles (+10,377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    160,662 miles
    Test number
    523060043001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass150,285 miles (+9,319)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    150,285 miles
    Test number
    112416036558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass140,966 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,966 miles
    Test number
    474754308318
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail140,966 miles (+15,514)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,966 miles
    Test number
    520670656593
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass125,452 miles (+8,400)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    125,452 miles
    Test number
    885156843545
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  6. Pass117,052 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    117,052 miles
    Test number
    837249966765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail117,051 miles (+10,462)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,051 miles
    Test number
    203585026353
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  8. Pass106,589 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    106,589 miles
    Test number
    656032604842
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail106,589 miles (+20,293)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,589 miles
    Test number
    744141924167
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass86,296 miles (+14,717)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    86,296 miles
    Test number
    198435234001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,579 miles (+17,008)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    71,579 miles
    Test number
    985086133098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,571 miles (+6)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    54,571 miles
    Test number
    497517522042
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail54,565 miles (+31,480)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,565 miles
    Test number
    819696022043
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass23,085 miles (+5,456)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    23,085 miles
    Test number
    109314021069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass17,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    17,629 miles
    Test number
    410523840029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE56 BMW

Does LE56 BMW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE56 BMW expired on 27 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE56 BMW?
The MOT on LE56 BMW expired on 27 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE56 BMW done?
LE56 BMW was recorded at 160,662 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2022, an average of 11,960 miles a year.
Has LE56 BMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE56 BMW has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on LE56 BMW 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 LE56 BMW find?
LE56 BMW passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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