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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LK56 MDVMOT history

LK56 MDV is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 159,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

LK56 MDV black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
159,523 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 MDV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 MDV was last recorded at 159,523 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,503 miles · 22 May 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
8,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,523 miles
  • 2025 – 152,677 miles
  • 2023 – 145,353 miles
  • 2022 – 128,265 miles
  • 2021 – 123,771 miles
  • 2020 – 120,612 miles
  • 2019 – 114,720 miles
  • 2018 – 103,168 miles
  • 2017 – 91,567 miles
  • 2016 – 78,872 miles
  • 2015 – 66,850 miles
  • 2014 – 59,979 miles
  • 2013 – 47,737 miles
  • 2012 – 37,390 miles
  • 2011 – 28,648 miles
  • 2010 – 18,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,523 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Underbody trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Engine noise

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • N/s/f brake hose deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • O/s/f brake hose deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,523 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    159,523 miles
    Test number
    915020486575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  2. Fail159,503 miles (+6,826)5 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,503 miles
    Test number
    372320821972
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill trim missing
  3. Pass152,677 miles (+7,324)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    152,677 miles
    Test number
    906823397663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass145,353 miles (+17,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    145,353 miles
    Test number
    405082808405
    • AdvisoryUnderbody trays fitted
  5. Pass128,265 miles (+4,494)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    128,265 miles
    Test number
    819534513218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,771 miles (+3,159)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    123,771 miles
    Test number
    588146395834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad warning wire not connected and damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door strap loose on pillar
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass120,612 miles (+5,892)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    120,612 miles
    Test number
    449759263603
    • AdvisoryBodywork damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine noise
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear tyres worn low
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  8. Pass114,720 miles (+11,552)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    114,720 miles
    Test number
    859710094146
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody work damage
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryEngine noise
    • AdvisoryFront brakes imbalanced
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s rear fog lamp dim
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnderbody trays fitted
  9. Pass103,168 miles (+11,601)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    103,168 miles
    Test number
    610625753740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring components
  10. Pass91,567 miles (+12,695)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    91,567 miles
    Test number
    665641924560
    • AdvisoryOil leak slight oil leak on engine
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner treads
  11. Pass78,872 miles (+12,022)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,872 miles
    Test number
    194102494534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,850 miles (+6,871)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    66,850 miles
    Test number
    638338936465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,979 miles (+3,385)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    59,979 miles
    Test number
    156010564228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,594 miles (+8,857)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    56,594 miles
    Test number
    687120034096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,737 miles (+10,347)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    47,737 miles
    Test number
    909752433053
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass37,390 miles (+8,742)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    37,390 miles
    Test number
    727944722082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,648 miles (+9,756)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    28,648 miles
    Test number
    337776821051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    18,892 miles
    Test number
    793674610043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK56 MDV

Does LK56 MDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 MDV is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 MDV?
The MOT on LK56 MDV is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 MDV done?
LK56 MDV was recorded at 159,523 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 8,565 miles a year.
Has LK56 MDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 MDV has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LK56 MDV 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 MDV find?
LK56 MDV passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted.

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