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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,494 cc

LK56 OAOMOT history

LK56 OAO is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 124,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

LK56 OAO black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
124,969 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,657 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 OAO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 OAO was last recorded at 124,969 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 8,598 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
116,371 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,598 miles
Average per year
6,657 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,969 miles
  • 2024 – 116,371 miles
  • 2023 – 107,255 miles
  • 2022 – 98,292 miles
  • 2021 – 88,788 miles
  • 2020 – 81,691 miles
  • 2019 – 77,328 miles
  • 2018 – 72,153 miles
  • 2017 – 64,174 miles
  • 2015 – 52,628 miles
  • 2014 – 46,786 miles
  • 2013 – 40,427 miles
  • 2012 – 34,372 miles
  • 2011 – 28,297 miles
  • 2010 – 22,462 miles
  • 2009 – 16,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,969 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside/nearside (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 perishing/cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing/cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Fuel filler cap sill perishing but still operating as intended.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,969 miles (+8,598)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    124,969 miles
    Test number
    707364058679
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside/nearside (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass116,371 miles (+9,116)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    116,371 miles
    Test number
    994179907788
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass107,255 miles (+8,963)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    107,255 miles
    Test number
    309711330052
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing/cracking (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 perishing/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap sill perishing but still operating as intended.

  4. Pass98,292 miles (+9,504)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,292 miles
    Test number
    112916001740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated beginning to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated beginning to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap sill perishing but still operating as intended.

  5. Pass88,788 miles (+7,097)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,788 miles
    Test number
    801995611976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,691 miles (+999)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,691 miles
    Test number
    214274624132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,692 miles (+3,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,692 miles
    Test number
    147836341319
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexy pipes cracking

  8. Pass77,328 miles (+5,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    77,328 miles
    Test number
    427232977771
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexy hoses slightly cracking

  9. Pass72,153 miles (+7,979)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    72,153 miles
    Test number
    214762508502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,174 miles (+11,546)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    64,174 miles
    Test number
    240882674038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,628 miles (+5,842)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,628 miles
    Test number
    513922635264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,786 miles (+6,359)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    46,786 miles
    Test number
    835189914291
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass40,427 miles (+6,055)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    40,427 miles
    Test number
    379245133276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass34,372 miles (+6,075)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    34,372 miles
    Test number
    825439312261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,297 miles (+5,835)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,297 miles
    Test number
    425857211267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,462 miles
    Test number
    453197210240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,462 miles (+5,568)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,462 miles
    Test number
    682847810293
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass16,894 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    16,894 miles
    Test number
    692702739274
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing close to legal limit. Tyre size 225/45r17 conti 2 ssr 91w

Questions about LK56 OAO

Does LK56 OAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 OAO is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LK56 OAO?
The MOT on LK56 OAO is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 OAO done?
LK56 OAO was recorded at 124,969 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 6,657 miles a year.
Has LK56 OAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 OAO has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2010.
Has the mileage on LK56 OAO 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 OAO find?
LK56 OAO passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside/nearside.

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