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BMW 540

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 4,000 cc

LS56 BDXMOT history

LS56 BDX is a black petrol BMW 540 first used on 10 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 137,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2023.

LS56 BDX black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2024
Mileage
137,255 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,687 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 BDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
540
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 BDX was last recorded at 137,255 miles on 15 Dec 2023, 15,451 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,804 miles · 19 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
15,451 miles
Average per year
4,687 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,255 miles
  • 2022 – 121,804 miles
  • 2021 – 121,256 miles
  • 2020 – 121,075 miles
  • 2019 – 120,520 miles
  • 2018 – 115,327 miles
  • 2017 – 106,352 miles
  • 2016 – 94,886 miles
  • 2015 – 87,323 miles
  • 2014 – 85,354 miles
  • 2013 – 82,269 miles
  • 2012 – 80,215 miles
  • 2011 – 74,592 miles
  • 2009 – 71,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,255 miles

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.

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • All windows except windscreen have heavy tint on them

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Both front tyres low on tread and feathering

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front to rear brake pipes corroding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,255 miles (+15,451)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    137,255 miles
    Test number
    675301924829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass121,804 miles (+548)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    121,804 miles
    Test number
    238121951891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass121,256 miles (+181)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    121,256 miles
    Test number
    110624405478
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Pad warning sensor insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindows tinted

  4. Pass121,075 miles (+555)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    121,075 miles
    Test number
    455120002793
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll windows except windscreen have heavy tint on them
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low on tread and feathering
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryLarge non opaque sun strip fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s/r park brake cable outer damaged as been fouling drive shaft
    • AdvisoryOil leaks in engine bay
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer removed
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes deteriorating

  5. Pass120,520 miles (+4)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    120,520 miles
    Test number
    802588669066
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll windows except windscreen have heavy tint on them
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low on tread and feathering
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryLarge non opaque sun strip fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake wear sensor hanging out
    • AdvisoryO/s/r park brake cable outer damaged as been fouling drive shaft
    • AdvisoryOil leaks in engine bay
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer removed
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes deteriorating

  6. Fail120,516 miles (+5,189)3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,516 miles
    Test number
    962920636993
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll windows except windscreen have heavy tint on them
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low on tread and feathering
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryLarge non opaque sun strip fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake wear sensor hanging out
    • AdvisoryO/s/r park brake cable outer damaged as been fouling drive shaft
    • AdvisoryOil leaks in engine bay
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer removed
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes deteriorating

  7. Pass115,327 miles (+8,975)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    115,327 miles
    Test number
    369918795036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,352 miles (+11,466)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    106,352 miles
    Test number
    932062731913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,886 miles (+7,563)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    94,886 miles
    Test number
    542398614053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,323 miles (+1,969)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    87,323 miles
    Test number
    636945775138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,354 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    85,354 miles
    Test number
    396912744256
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight oil leak from the gearbox sump unit

  12. Fail85,354 miles (+3,085)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,354 miles
    Test number
    928922144221
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight oil leak from the gearbox sump unit

  13. Pass82,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    82,269 miles
    Test number
    285395053282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail82,269 miles (+2,054)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,269 miles
    Test number
    647476343206
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass80,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    80,215 miles
    Test number
    756181522225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,215 miles (+5,623)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,215 miles
    Test number
    326929112485
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMICHELIN PILOT SPORT XL 275/30/ZR19(96Y)

  17. Pass74,592 miles (+3,231)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    74,592 miles
    Test number
    479369731157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    71,361 miles
    Test number
    562628629338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,361 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    71,361 miles
    Test number
    190424529374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    71,226 miles
    Test number
    664867819333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 BDX

Does LS56 BDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 BDX expired on 18 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 BDX?
The MOT on LS56 BDX expired on 18 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 BDX done?
LS56 BDX was recorded at 137,255 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2023, an average of 4,687 miles a year.
Has LS56 BDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 BDX has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on LS56 BDX 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 BDX find?
LS56 BDX passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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