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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,171 cc

LK56 MEVMOT history

LK56 MEV is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 140,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2022.

LK56 MEV grey 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 28 Apr 2023
Mileage
140,530 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2022
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 MEV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 MEV was last recorded at 140,530 miles on 29 Apr 2022, 1,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,320 miles · 11 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,210 miles
Average per year
8,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 140,530 miles
  • 2021 – 139,320 miles
  • 2019 – 132,211 miles
  • 2018 – 116,704 miles
  • 2017 – 108,528 miles
  • 2016 – 99,880 miles
  • 2015 – 80,444 miles
  • 2013 – 71,734 miles
  • 2012 – 51,444 miles
  • 2011 – 37,650 miles
  • 2010 – 30,709 miles
  • 2009 – 29,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,530 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,530 miles (+1,210)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    140,530 miles
    Test number
    233019216238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass139,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    139,320 miles
    Test number
    915363845657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail139,320 miles (+7,109)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,320 miles
    Test number
    150336462770
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass132,211 miles (+15,507)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    132,211 miles
    Test number
    905422709815
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass116,704 miles (+8,176)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    116,704 miles
    Test number
    566599104966
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect misting (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre , close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect misting (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass108,528 miles (+8,648)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    108,528 miles
    Test number
    167740812396
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass99,880 miles (+19,436)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    99,880 miles
    Test number
    900440783375
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  8. Fail80,444 miles1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,444 miles
    Test number
    179257385016
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass80,444 miles (+8,710)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,444 miles
    Test number
    205217485084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail71,734 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,734 miles
    Test number
    267181663347
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  11. Pass71,734 miles (+20,290)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    71,734 miles
    Test number
    537161863389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,444 miles (+6,912)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    51,444 miles
    Test number
    685233152399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,532 miles (+6,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,532 miles
    Test number
    317493702084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass37,650 miles (+6,941)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,650 miles
    Test number
    995368111061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNeither side parking brake locked up
    • NoteWashers poo in operation
    • NoteWipers smearing

  15. Pass30,709 miles (+1,247)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    30,709 miles
    Test number
    222306020034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,462 miles
    Test number
    272198769212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK56 MEV

Does LK56 MEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK56 MEV expired on 28 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK56 MEV?
The MOT on LK56 MEV expired on 28 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK56 MEV done?
LK56 MEV was recorded at 140,530 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2022, an average of 8,821 miles a year.
Has LK56 MEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 MEV has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LK56 MEV 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 MEV find?
LK56 MEV passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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