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BMW X3

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LK56 MLJMOT history

LK56 MLJ is a grey diesel BMW X3 first used on 17 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 138,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

LK56 MLJ grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
138,527 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 MLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 MLJ was last recorded at 138,527 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,495 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
6,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,527 miles
  • 2025 – 135,902 miles
  • 2024 – 130,539 miles
  • 2023 – 123,709 miles
  • 2022 – 116,559 miles
  • 2021 – 110,545 miles
  • 2020 – 104,861 miles
  • 2019 – 98,377 miles
  • 2017 – 92,853 miles
  • 2016 – 88,652 miles
  • 2015 – 81,526 miles
  • 2014 – 72,264 miles
  • 2013 – 63,830 miles
  • 2012 – 57,470 miles
  • 2011 – 46,449 miles
  • 2009 – 34,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,527 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,527 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    138,527 miles
    Test number
    789352056898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail138,495 miles (+2,593)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,495 miles
    Test number
    575748682332
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass135,902 miles (+5,363)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    135,902 miles
    Test number
    281021399560
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall minor damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear diff mountng rubber worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass130,539 miles (+6,830)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    130,539 miles
    Test number
    180387507371
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both getting low 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass123,709 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    123,709 miles
    Test number
    819596760832
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail123,699 miles (+7,140)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,699 miles
    Test number
    155107129803
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass116,559 miles (+6,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    116,559 miles
    Test number
    819067797819
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass110,545 miles (+5,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    110,545 miles
    Test number
    896573098586
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass104,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,861 miles
    Test number
    161570846806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail104,861 miles (+6,484)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,861 miles
    Test number
    582831446667
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working LEDS (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Advisory235/50R18
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge JUST ABOVE THE TREAD WEAR BARS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge DOWN TO THE TREAD WEAR BARS (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass98,377 miles (+5,524)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    98,377 miles
    Test number
    543940883332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,853 miles (+4,201)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    92,853 miles
    Test number
    359281188874
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass88,652 miles (+7,126)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    88,652 miles
    Test number
    590595707892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,526 miles (+9,262)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,526 miles
    Test number
    870195713160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass72,264 miles (+8,434)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,264 miles
    Test number
    506887274159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,830 miles (+6,360)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,830 miles
    Test number
    329770403447
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass57,470 miles (+11,021)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,470 miles
    Test number
    438145202254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,449 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    46,449 miles
    Test number
    276149541010
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail46,447 miles (+11,653)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,447 miles
    Test number
    846679041067
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass34,794 miles (+2,493)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    34,794 miles
    Test number
    840559649385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    32,301 miles
    Test number
    584906569240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK56 MLJ

Does LK56 MLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 MLJ is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 MLJ?
The MOT on LK56 MLJ is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 MLJ done?
LK56 MLJ was recorded at 138,527 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 6,492 miles a year.
Has LK56 MLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 MLJ has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LK56 MLJ 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 MLJ find?
LK56 MLJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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