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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LL56 EWKMOT history

LL56 EWK is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 138,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

LL56 EWK 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 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
138,313 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL56 EWK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL56 EWK was last recorded at 138,313 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,313 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,313 miles
  • 2024 – 135,275 miles
  • 2023 – 131,884 miles
  • 2022 – 123,822 miles
  • 2021 – 115,790 miles
  • 2020 – 107,501 miles
  • 2019 – 101,632 miles
  • 2018 – 87,162 miles
  • 2017 – 71,824 miles
  • 2016 – 56,451 miles
  • 2015 – 45,335 miles
  • 2014 – 37,094 miles
  • 2013 – 28,436 miles
  • 2012 – 18,887 miles
  • 2011 – 10,473 miles
  • 2010 – 2,700 miles
  • 2009 – 1,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,313 miles
  • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute double flash rate (4.4.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner side wall has 2 cuts ( no cords exposed at time of test) (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothside front.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,313 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    138,313 miles
    Test number
    112860307723
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute double flash rate (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner side wall has 2 cuts ( no cords exposed at time of test) (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))
  2. Fail138,313 miles (+3,038)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,313 miles
    Test number
    987546506028
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute double flash rate (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner side wall has 2 cuts ( no cords exposed at time of test) (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))
  3. Pass135,275 miles (+3,391)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    135,275 miles
    Test number
    375256022185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass131,884 miles (+8,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    131,884 miles
    Test number
    430000992883
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated bothside front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder badly worn. (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass123,822 miles (+8,032)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    123,822 miles
    Test number
    969790267397
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated bothside front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn thin. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil should replace. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine, should investigate and eapir. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass115,790 miles (+8,289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,790 miles
    Test number
    481338123043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive possibly from rocker gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass107,501 miles (+5,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,501 miles
    Test number
    469236098223
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated bothside front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil seeping form camcover gasket and gearbox, should investigate and repair. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass101,632 miles (+14,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    101,632 miles
    Test number
    967174799724
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass87,162 miles (+15,338)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    87,162 miles
    Test number
    225104046309
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass71,824 miles (+15,373)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    71,824 miles
    Test number
    783795379701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,451 miles (+11,116)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    56,451 miles
    Test number
    399967077243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass45,335 miles (+8,241)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    45,335 miles
    Test number
    550199779378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,094 miles (+8,658)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    37,094 miles
    Test number
    489249934361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,436 miles (+9,549)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    28,436 miles
    Test number
    925150253354
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wear outer edge
  15. Pass18,887 miles (+8,414)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    18,887 miles
    Test number
    539281242398
    • 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)
  16. Pass10,473 miles (+7,773)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    10,473 miles
    Test number
    189149121303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass2,700 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    2,700 miles
    Test number
    292401950330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass2,241 miles (+986)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    2,241 miles
    Test number
    752589070225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass1,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    1,255 miles
    Test number
    384423999225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL56 EWK

Does LL56 EWK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL56 EWK is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL56 EWK?
The MOT on LL56 EWK is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL56 EWK done?
LL56 EWK was recorded at 138,313 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 8,481 miles a year.
Has LL56 EWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL56 EWK has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LL56 EWK 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 LL56 EWK find?
LL56 EWK passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: all direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute double flash rate; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked, and 4 more.

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