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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LR56 LGFMOT history

LR56 LGF is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 188,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2025.

LR56 LGF grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2026
Mileage
188,903 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR56 LGF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR56 LGF was last recorded at 188,903 miles on 12 Apr 2025, 1,348 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,555 miles · 23 May 2023
Between the last two tests
1,348 miles
Average per year
9,367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 188,903 miles
  • 2023 – 187,555 miles
  • 2022 – 180,434 miles
  • 2021 – 171,093 miles
  • 2020 – 163,686 miles
  • 2019 – 158,320 miles
  • 2018 – 154,887 miles
  • 2017 – 140,236 miles
  • 2016 – 122,385 miles
  • 2014 – 107,671 miles
  • 2013 – 92,347 miles
  • 2012 – 78,179 miles
  • 2011 – 66,526 miles
  • 2010 – 55,762 miles
  • 2009 – 42,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,903 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear differential leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    188,903 miles
    Test number
    634374048940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail188,902 miles (+1,347)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,902 miles
    Test number
    892762357001
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated Both N/S and O/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass187,555 miles (+7,121)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    187,555 miles
    Test number
    488214324129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass180,434 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    180,434 miles
    Test number
    999880028366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail180,427 miles (+9,334)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,427 miles
    Test number
    574259795472
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture excessively corroded near fuel tank (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  6. Pass171,093 miles (+7,407)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    171,093 miles
    Test number
    119018171870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass163,686 miles (+5,366)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2021
    Odometer
    163,686 miles
    Test number
    442437810559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass158,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    158,320 miles
    Test number
    493757704307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail158,320 miles (+3,433)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,320 miles
    Test number
    759730911219
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bottom arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass154,887 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    154,887 miles
    Test number
    364213204966
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking oil

  11. Fail154,886 miles (+14,650)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,886 miles
    Test number
    157781884124
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 5215 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking oil

  12. Pass140,236 miles (+17,851)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    140,236 miles
    Test number
    897004258843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has severe feathering (Low tread on inner edge)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass122,385 miles (+14,714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    122,385 miles
    Test number
    218359557726
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass107,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    107,671 miles
    Test number
    547137164226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail107,671 miles (+15,324)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,671 miles
    Test number
    995647364290
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass92,347 miles (+14,168)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    92,347 miles
    Test number
    428853063243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,179 miles (+11,653)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    78,179 miles
    Test number
    615973942211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,526 miles (+10,764)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,526 miles
    Test number
    519132071269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,762 miles (+12,910)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    55,762 miles
    Test number
    813038850291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass42,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    42,852 miles
    Test number
    951251259256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR56 LGF

Does LR56 LGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR56 LGF expired on 11 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR56 LGF?
The MOT on LR56 LGF expired on 11 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR56 LGF done?
LR56 LGF was recorded at 188,903 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2025, an average of 9,367 miles a year.
Has LR56 LGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR56 LGF has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LR56 LGF 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 LR56 LGF find?
LR56 LGF passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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