
BMW 3 Series
Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc
LE56 NXZMOT history
LE56 NXZ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 138,493 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 10 Mar 2026
- Mileage
- 138,493 mi
- At MOT on 10 Mar 2025
- MOT tests
- 20
- 15 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 3,963 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LE56 NXZ
- 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
- 31 Dec 2006
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 10 Mar 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 10 Mar 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LE56 NXZ was last recorded at 138,493 miles on 10 Mar 2025, 10,424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 128,069 miles · 11 Mar 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 10,424 miles
- Average per year
- 3,963 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 138,493 miles
- 2024 – 128,069 miles
- 2023 – 122,798 miles
- 2022 – 115,205 miles
- 2021 – 107,410 miles
- 2020 – 102,492 miles
- 2019 – 96,092 miles
- 2018 – 89,386 miles
- 2017 – 81,738 miles
- 2016 – 68,611 miles
- 2013 – 90,845 miles
- 2012 – 87,853 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm in centre
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
20 tests since 26 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass138,493 miles (+10,424)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 138,493 miles
- Test number
- 839449284588
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass128,069 miles (+28)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 128,069 miles
- Test number
- 103645928893
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail128,041 miles (+5,243)2 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,041 miles
- Test number
- 829303309106
- MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass122,798 miles (+2)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 122,798 miles
- Test number
- 831379587340
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres 1mm on outside edges
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine
Fail122,796 miles (+7,591)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,796 miles
- Test number
- 803750466342
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres 1mm on outside edges
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine
Pass115,205 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 115,205 miles
- Test number
- 190761640039
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail115,205 miles (+7,795)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,205 miles
- Test number
- 618262238170
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass107,410 miles (+4,918)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 107,410 miles
- Test number
- 278528733285
- AdvisoryRear brake disc(s) slightly corroded
Pass102,492 miles (+6,400)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 102,492 miles
- Test number
- 689790816291
- AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc slightly corroded
Pass96,092 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 96,092 miles
- Test number
- 828027892727
- 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))
Fail96,089 miles (+6,703)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,089 miles
- Test number
- 732848759935
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- 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))
Pass89,386 miles (+7,648)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 89,386 miles
- Test number
- 493003300381
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Pass81,738 miles (+13,127)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 81,738 miles
- Test number
- 557699748794
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass68,611 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 68,611 miles
- Test number
- 768258646860
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail68,473 miles1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 68,473 miles
- Test number
- 473295741211
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Pass94,684 km
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 94,684 km
- Test number
- 128484905186
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass90,845 miles (+2,992)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 90,845 miles
- Test number
- 217772073408
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass87,853 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2013
- Odometer
- 87,853 miles
- Test number
- 209061152459
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass78,048 km (+26,585)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 78,048 km
- Test number
- 117373001155
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteBrake pad warning light on
- NoteFront and rear discs slightly worn
Pass51,463 km
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 51,463 km
- Test number
- 500027850054
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LE56 NXZ
- Does LE56 NXZ currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LE56 NXZ expired on 10 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LE56 NXZ?
- The MOT on LE56 NXZ expired on 10 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LE56 NXZ done?
- LE56 NXZ was recorded at 138,493 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2025, an average of 3,963 miles a year.
- Has LE56 NXZ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LE56 NXZ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2024.
- Has the mileage on LE56 NXZ 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 NXZ find?
- LE56 NXZ passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.
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