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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,494 cc

LS56 BCXMOT history

LS56 BCX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 135,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

LS56 BCX silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2026
Mileage
135,658 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 BCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2026
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS56 BCX was last recorded at 135,658 miles on 18 May 2026, 5,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,445 miles · 10 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,213 miles
Average per year
5,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,658 miles
  • 2025 – 130,445 miles
  • 2023 – 123,641 miles
  • 2022 – 119,171 miles
  • 2021 – 115,270 miles
  • 2020 – 112,702 miles
  • 2019 – 109,002 miles
  • 2018 – 103,620 miles
  • 2017 – 97,669 miles
  • 2016 – 90,441 miles
  • 2015 – 87,901 miles
  • 2014 – 77,332 miles
  • 2013 – 63,061 miles
  • 2012 – 50,225 miles
  • 2010 – 44,316 miles
  • 2009 – 37,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail135,658 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
  • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both rearmost (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Both brake caliper anti-rattle clips missing
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including various associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Underneath covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail135,658 miles (+5,213)9 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,658 miles
    Test number
    351947510784
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both rearmost (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both brake caliper anti-rattle clips missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including various associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass130,445 miles (+6,804)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    130,445 miles
    Test number
    179251127111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass123,641 miles (+4,470)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    123,641 miles
    Test number
    156742164156
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass119,171 miles (+3,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,171 miles
    Test number
    619239219886
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted along nearside and offside and also beneath engine at time of test

  5. Pass115,270 miles (+2,568)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    115,270 miles
    Test number
    613738535984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,702 miles (+3,700)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    112,702 miles
    Test number
    175253544806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass109,002 miles (+5,382)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    109,002 miles
    Test number
    144962194341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath covers fitted

  8. Pass103,620 miles (+5,951)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    103,620 miles
    Test number
    580003947419
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre inner edge wearing low
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing low on edges
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre inner edge wearing low
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroding

  9. Pass97,669 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    97,669 miles
    Test number
    984157931405
    • AdvisoryRear discs wearing

  10. Fail97,669 miles (+7,228)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,669 miles
    Test number
    407724102421
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake pad wire broken
    • AdvisoryRear discs wearing

  11. Pass90,441 miles (+2,540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    90,441 miles
    Test number
    530974797850
    • AdvisoryFront discs corroding
    • AdvisoryUnderneath covers fitted

  12. Pass87,901 miles (+10,569)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    87,901 miles
    Test number
    126503385010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,332 miles (+2,523)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,332 miles
    Test number
    158166274424
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass74,809 miles (+11,748)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    74,809 miles
    Test number
    215136714068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    63,061 miles
    Test number
    517421123051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail63,061 miles (+12,836)1 dangerous1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,061 miles
    Test number
    267211423059
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass50,225 miles (+5,909)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    50,225 miles
    Test number
    945803422034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,316 miles (+7,274)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,316 miles
    Test number
    334458290462
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside and offside front discs are slightly worn

  19. Pass37,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,042 miles
    Test number
    864482589246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 BCX

Does LS56 BCX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 BCX expired on 9 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 BCX?
The MOT on LS56 BCX expired on 9 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 BCX done?
LS56 BCX was recorded at 135,658 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 5,939 miles a year.
Has LS56 BCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 BCX has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS56 BCX 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 LS56 BCX find?
LS56 BCX failed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate; electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 17 more.

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