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BMW X3

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LK56 RKFMOT history

LK56 RKF is a silver diesel BMW X3 first used on 21 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 174,529 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

LK56 RKF silver BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2025
Mileage
174,529 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 RKF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LK56 RKF was last recorded at 174,529 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 4,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,570 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,959 miles
Average per year
9,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 174,529 miles
  • 2024 – 169,570 miles
  • 2023 – 163,592 miles
  • 2022 – 151,289 miles
  • 2021 – 144,314 miles
  • 2020 – 135,087 miles
  • 2019 – 127,257 miles
  • 2018 – 116,467 miles
  • 2017 – 106,360 miles
  • 2016 – 98,482 miles
  • 2015 – 86,017 miles
  • 2014 – 75,019 miles
  • 2013 – 69,349 miles
  • 2012 – 56,939 miles
  • 2011 – 45,651 miles
  • 2010 – 39,166 miles
  • 2009 – 22,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail174,529 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Join ends corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail174,529 miles (+4,959)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,529 miles
    Test number
    894570631410
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Join ends corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass169,570 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    169,570 miles
    Test number
    281917565525
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail169,570 miles (+5,978)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,570 miles
    Test number
    450709341740
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass163,592 miles (+12,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    163,592 miles
    Test number
    908673841424
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass151,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    151,289 miles
    Test number
    567707585651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail151,289 miles (+6,975)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,289 miles
    Test number
    338718273851
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass144,314 miles (+9,227)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    144,314 miles
    Test number
    626146197253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass135,087 miles (+7,830)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    135,087 miles
    Test number
    739130128655
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass127,257 miles (+10,790)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    127,257 miles
    Test number
    576034290042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,467 miles (+10,107)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    116,467 miles
    Test number
    435114104467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,360 miles (+7,878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    106,360 miles
    Test number
    524329180103
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass98,482 miles (+12,465)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    98,482 miles
    Test number
    613427159680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,017 miles (+10,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    86,017 miles
    Test number
    579469350000
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted

  14. Pass75,019 miles (+5,670)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,019 miles
    Test number
    928711044255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,349 miles (+12,410)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    69,349 miles
    Test number
    935879713338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,939 miles (+11,288)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    56,939 miles
    Test number
    695459912318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,651 miles (+6,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    45,651 miles
    Test number
    369928411382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass39,166 miles (+10,827)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    39,166 miles
    Test number
    302252320357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,339 miles (+5,365)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    28,339 miles
    Test number
    220306330201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,974 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    22,974 miles
    Test number
    353879749377
    • NoteNon M.O.T related warning light on.
    • NoteO.S.R tyre worn with age cracks in tread.

Questions about LK56 RKF

Does LK56 RKF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK56 RKF expired on 15 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK56 RKF?
The MOT on LK56 RKF expired on 15 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK56 RKF done?
LK56 RKF was recorded at 174,529 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 9,477 miles a year.
Has LK56 RKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 RKF has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LK56 RKF 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 RKF find?
LK56 RKF failed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 6 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn, and 7 more.

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