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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LR56 LVMMOT history

LR56 LVM is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 17 MOT tests, with 205,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

LR56 LVM silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
205,618 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
17 passed · 0 failed
Per year
10,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR56 LVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR56 LVM was last recorded at 205,618 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 8,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
196,889 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,729 miles
Average per year
10,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,618 miles
  • 2025 – 196,889 miles
  • 2024 – 181,051 miles
  • 2023 – 162,944 miles
  • 2022 – 141,350 miles
  • 2021 – 129,194 miles
  • 2019 – 116,710 miles
  • 2018 – 107,257 miles
  • 2016 – 102,568 miles
  • 2015 – 95,247 miles
  • 2014 – 80,344 miles
  • 2013 – 73,235 miles
  • 2012 – 63,267 miles
  • 2011 – 49,432 miles
  • 2010 – 36,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,618 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,618 miles (+8,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    205,618 miles
    Test number
    337494385013
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass196,889 miles (+15,838)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    196,889 miles
    Test number
    212669018362
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (edges) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass181,051 miles (+18,107)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    181,051 miles
    Test number
    253293267711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass162,944 miles (+21,594)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    162,944 miles
    Test number
    331740055970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass141,350 miles (+12,156)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    141,350 miles
    Test number
    518566319057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass129,194 miles (+12,484)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    129,194 miles
    Test number
    569548794234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass116,710 miles (+6,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    116,710 miles
    Test number
    419448020202
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass110,100 miles (+2,843)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    110,100 miles
    Test number
    449646052880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,257 miles (+4,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    107,257 miles
    Test number
    715114531547
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Pass102,568 miles (+7,321)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    102,568 miles
    Test number
    318178753546
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass95,247 miles (+7,651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    95,247 miles
    Test number
    335985314520
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/f inner rack joint
    • AdvisorySlight tyre sidewall damage o/s/f

  12. Pass87,596 miles (+7,252)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    87,596 miles
    Test number
    916458405093
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorating
    • NoteSlight play n/s/f inner rack joint,slight play o/s/f inner rack joint

  13. Pass80,344 miles (+7,109)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    80,344 miles
    Test number
    296223804039
    • Note(1) Front number plate damaged close to limit.
    • Note(3) Front brake pads worn close to limit.
    • Note(8) Slight play in nearside steering rack inner joint.

  14. Pass73,235 miles (+9,968)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    73,235 miles
    Test number
    836755103013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteO/s/f inner steering rack joint play,advise replaceing

  15. Pass63,267 miles (+13,835)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    63,267 miles
    Test number
    729794702005
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage to N/S/F wing.
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.
    • NoteN/S side repeater damaged and lense missing.
    • NoteO/S Inner track rod ball joint has slight play.

  16. Pass49,432 miles (+13,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    49,432 miles
    Test number
    925827101085
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass36,110 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    36,110 miles
    Test number
    611539330041
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LR56 LVM

Does LR56 LVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR56 LVM is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR56 LVM?
The MOT on LR56 LVM is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR56 LVM done?
LR56 LVM was recorded at 205,618 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 10,612 miles a year.
Has LR56 LVM ever failed its MOT?
No. LR56 LVM has passed all 17 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on LR56 LVM 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 LVM find?
LR56 LVM passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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