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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LR56 LXTMOT history

LR56 LXT is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 20 Jan 2024 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 145,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2023.

LR56 LXT 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 20 Jan 2024
Mileage
145,242 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2023
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR56 LXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR56 LXT was last recorded at 145,242 miles on 21 Jan 2023, 842 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,400 miles · 4 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
842 miles
Average per year
7,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 145,242 miles
  • 2020 – 144,400 miles
  • 2018 – 143,352 miles
  • 2017 – 136,618 miles
  • 2016 – 130,549 miles
  • 2015 – 127,358 miles
  • 2013 – 110,840 miles
  • 2012 – 80,018 miles
  • 2011 – 66,075 miles
  • 2009 – 45,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,242 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 27 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,242 miles (+842)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    145,242 miles
    Test number
    911199955751
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,400 miles (+1,048)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    144,400 miles
    Test number
    117866233285
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass143,352 miles (+23)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    143,352 miles
    Test number
    102126006202
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail143,329 miles (+6,711)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,329 miles
    Test number
    992007646126
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass136,618 miles (+6,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    136,618 miles
    Test number
    119205140072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer tyre wall cracking

  6. Pass130,549 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    130,549 miles
    Test number
    830835045776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper ofside front upper strut top bar mounting inscure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. Fail130,549 miles (+3,191)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,549 miles
    Test number
    902602600487
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper ofside front upper strut top bar mounting inscure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass127,358 miles (+16,518)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    127,358 miles
    Test number
    929379415238
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine light on

  9. Pass110,840 miles (+30,822)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    110,840 miles
    Test number
    115265403210
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass80,018 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    80,018 miles
    Test number
    107099062437
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail80,018 miles (+13,943)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,018 miles
    Test number
    256879162095
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass66,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    66,075 miles
    Test number
    187199861420
    • AdvisoryNearside Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

  13. Fail66,075 miles (+20,903)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,075 miles
    Test number
    308839161009
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

  14. Pass45,172 miles (+311)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    45,172 miles
    Test number
    752333399297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass44,861 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,861 miles
    Test number
    580639339215
    • NoteBelly pan fitted
    • NoteFront bumper damaged
    • NoteOuter sills covered

Questions about LR56 LXT

Does LR56 LXT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR56 LXT expired on 20 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR56 LXT?
The MOT on LR56 LXT expired on 20 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR56 LXT done?
LR56 LXT was recorded at 145,242 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2023, an average of 7,490 miles a year.
Has LR56 LXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR56 LXT has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on LR56 LXT 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 LXT find?
LR56 LXT passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2023 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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