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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LK56 MWJMOT history

LK56 MWJ is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 163,225 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

LK56 MWJ blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
163,225 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,372 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 MWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 MWJ was last recorded at 163,225 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 7,017 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,208 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,017 miles
Average per year
8,372 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,225 miles
  • 2025 – 156,208 miles
  • 2024 – 148,086 miles
  • 2023 – 145,272 miles
  • 2022 – 137,291 miles
  • 2021 – 127,713 miles
  • 2020 – 118,403 miles
  • 2019 – 108,556 miles
  • 2018 – 100,956 miles
  • 2017 – 90,346 miles
  • 2016 – 80,059 miles
  • 2015 – 71,781 miles
  • 2014 – 62,798 miles
  • 2013 – 55,436 miles
  • 2012 – 45,402 miles
  • 2011 – 38,991 miles
  • 2010 – 28,706 miles
  • 2009 – 25,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,225 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under chassis rail (1.1.11 (c))

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,225 miles (+7,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    163,225 miles
    Test number
    531146527387
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under chassis rail (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass156,208 miles (+8,122)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    156,208 miles
    Test number
    604562192328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass148,086 miles (+2,814)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    148,086 miles
    Test number
    372669874600
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light on

  4. Pass145,272 miles (+78)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    145,272 miles
    Test number
    281688678927
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm in the center 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm in the center (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail145,194 miles (+7,903)1 dangerous1 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,194 miles
    Test number
    354940640171
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm in the center 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm in the center (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light on

  6. Pass137,291 miles (+9,578)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    137,291 miles
    Test number
    493588581452
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass127,713 miles (+9,310)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    127,713 miles
    Test number
    571438351223
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass118,403 miles (+458)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    118,403 miles
    Test number
    746350964934
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has a cut on the outer wall, not deep enough to reach the cords
    • AdvisoryOil leak, not excessive
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail117,945 miles (+9,389)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,945 miles
    Test number
    423620866931
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass108,556 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    108,556 miles
    Test number
    373399292999
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged On the outer wall 235/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  11. Fail108,554 miles (+7,598)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,554 miles
    Test number
    911939606699
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged On the outer wall 235/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  12. Pass100,956 miles (+10,610)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,956 miles
    Test number
    951500026657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass90,346 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    90,346 miles
    Test number
    281414269465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement forward arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Fail90,346 miles (+10,287)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,346 miles
    Test number
    850529053139
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement forward arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement forward arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass80,059 miles (+8,278)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,059 miles
    Test number
    796319865859
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing slightly on the inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing slightly on the inside

  16. Pass71,781 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,781 miles
    Test number
    136565625100
    • NoteNearside front steering rack arm has slight play

  17. Fail71,761 miles (+8,963)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,761 miles
    Test number
    849454315171
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside front steering rack arm has slight play

  18. Pass62,798 miles (+7,362)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    62,798 miles
    Test number
    327160394056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass55,436 miles (+10,034)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,436 miles
    Test number
    707427503160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass45,402 miles (+6,411)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,402 miles
    Test number
    799377502124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,991 miles (+10,285)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    38,991 miles
    Test number
    827330621176
    • NoteAll 4 tyres worn on inner shoulders

  22. Pass28,706 miles (+2,758)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,706 miles
    Test number
    960739910169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,948 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    25,948 miles
    Test number
    280952409306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail25,948 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,948 miles
    Test number
    831772209328
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LK56 MWJ

Does LK56 MWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 MWJ is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 MWJ?
The MOT on LK56 MWJ is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 MWJ done?
LK56 MWJ was recorded at 163,225 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 8,372 miles a year.
Has LK56 MWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 MWJ has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LK56 MWJ 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 MWJ find?
LK56 MWJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under chassis rail.

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