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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LK56 KUAMOT history

LK56 KUA is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 28 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 144,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2025
Mileage
144,798 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 KUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 KUA was last recorded at 144,798 miles on 21 Dec 2024, 15,452 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,346 miles · 23 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
15,452 miles
Average per year
8,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 144,798 miles
  • 2023 – 129,346 miles
  • 2022 – 120,141 miles
  • 2021 – 110,158 miles
  • 2020 – 98,989 miles
  • 2019 – 91,602 miles
  • 2018 – 76,165 miles
  • 2017 – 63,945 miles
  • 2016 – 55,534 miles
  • 2015 – 44,003 miles
  • 2014 – 41,674 miles
  • 2013 – 37,061 miles
  • 2012 – 32,139 miles
  • 2011 – 27,678 miles
  • 2010 – 22,983 miles
  • 2009 – 18,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,798 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,798 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    144,798 miles
    Test number
    584865674087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail144,798 miles (+15,452)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,798 miles
    Test number
    776033149628
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp(s) not working both sides (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass129,346 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    129,346 miles
    Test number
    974216925106
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail129,346 miles (+9,205)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,346 miles
    Test number
    968710516821
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass120,141 miles (+9,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    120,141 miles
    Test number
    886553346811
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,158 miles (+11,169)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    110,158 miles
    Test number
    687461390691
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Damage

  7. Pass98,989 miles (+323)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,989 miles
    Test number
    947428905815
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail98,666 miles (+7,064)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,666 miles
    Test number
    299591029507
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  9. Pass91,602 miles (+15,437)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,602 miles
    Test number
    956264175777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,165 miles (+12,220)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    76,165 miles
    Test number
    745669651159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    63,945 miles
    Test number
    596881294969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail63,945 miles (+8,411)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,945 miles
    Test number
    782029552970
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm, bald on inner tread. No cords or ply showing yet. 205/55/16 runflat.

  13. Pass55,534 miles (+11,531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    55,534 miles
    Test number
    572384460227
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to scrub on inner tread.
    • AdvisoryFront tyres on legal limit of 1.6mm, bald on outer treads, advise to replace asap. 205/55/16 runflat

  14. Pass44,003 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    44,003 miles
    Test number
    203831156445
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail44,003 miles (+2,329)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,003 miles
    Test number
    942074920555
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass41,674 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    41,674 miles
    Test number
    837118344285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail41,674 miles (+4,613)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,674 miles
    Test number
    316558144496
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass37,061 miles (+4,922)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,061 miles
    Test number
    955406543214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass32,139 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,139 miles
    Test number
    637003842234
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread shoulder wearing & cracking

  20. Fail32,139 miles (+4,461)1 dangerous2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,139 miles
    Test number
    795483142201
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread shoulder wearing & cracking

  21. Pass27,678 miles (+4,695)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,678 miles
    Test number
    126276141275
    • NoteFront tyres worn on outer edge
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Pass22,983 miles (+4,026)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    22,983 miles
    Test number
    762711030292
    • NoteN/S/F tyre has screw in between tread pattern.

  23. Pass18,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    18,957 miles
    Test number
    971946549235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK56 KUA

Does LK56 KUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK56 KUA expired on 22 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK56 KUA?
The MOT on LK56 KUA expired on 22 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK56 KUA done?
LK56 KUA was recorded at 144,798 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2024, an average of 8,225 miles a year.
Has LK56 KUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 KUA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LK56 KUA 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 LK56 KUA find?
LK56 KUA passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2024 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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