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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,494 cc

LS56 DVTMOT history

LS56 DVT is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 124,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2025.

LS56 DVT silver 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 30 Jan 2026
Mileage
124,288 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 DVT
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
21 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 DVT was last recorded at 124,288 miles on 31 Jan 2025, 3,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,599 miles · 9 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
3,689 miles
Average per year
6,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,288 miles
  • 2024 – 120,599 miles
  • 2023 – 115,180 miles
  • 2022 – 110,071 miles
  • 2021 – 105,402 miles
  • 2020 – 100,541 miles
  • 2019 – 92,698 miles
  • 2017 – 85,934 miles
  • 2016 – 79,269 miles
  • 2015 – 71,989 miles
  • 2014 – 65,831 miles
  • 2013 – 58,314 miles
  • 2012 – 50,142 miles
  • 2011 – 41,116 miles
  • 2010 – 33,151 miles
  • 2009 – 25,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,288 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,288 miles (+3,689)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    124,288 miles
    Test number
    211384970018
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass120,599 miles (+5,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    120,599 miles
    Test number
    254032032410
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass115,180 miles (+5,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    115,180 miles
    Test number
    859917192171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass110,071 miles (+4,669)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,071 miles
    Test number
    872578093434
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass105,402 miles (+4,861)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    105,402 miles
    Test number
    611779912492
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened /lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on the inner/outer edges
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  6. Pass100,541 miles (+57)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,541 miles
    Test number
    252120448365
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail100,484 miles (+7,786)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,484 miles
    Test number
    279356212106
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside reversing light not working

  8. Pass92,698 miles (+29)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,698 miles
    Test number
    293383282491
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail92,669 miles (+6,735)4 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,669 miles
    Test number
    979606722222
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass85,934 miles (+6,665)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    85,934 miles
    Test number
    841819204135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,269 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,269 miles
    Test number
    266974525048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail79,259 miles2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,259 miles
    Test number
    242286421438
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass79,259 miles (+7,270)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,259 miles
    Test number
    247819301719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,989 miles (+6,158)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    71,989 miles
    Test number
    749884339214
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER & UNDER TRAY FITTED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin SEEM LOW , ADVISE BRAKE INSPECTION (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWIPERS WORN

  15. Pass65,831 miles (+7,517)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,831 miles
    Test number
    926700804392
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade smearing / juddering across the screen slightly

  16. Pass58,314 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,314 miles
    Test number
    149674003312
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail58,314 miles (+8,172)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,314 miles
    Test number
    609914503339
    • Repaired at testNearside Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass50,142 miles (+9,026)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    50,142 miles
    Test number
    358116492418
    • NoteAll brake dics worn/lipped
    • NoteAll brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteOffside inner brake light not working

  19. Pass41,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    41,116 miles
    Test number
    415925101464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,116 miles (+7,965)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,116 miles
    Test number
    116875601399
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass33,151 miles (+7,768)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    33,151 miles
    Test number
    542942500373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,383 miles
    Test number
    812498939380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 DVT

Does LS56 DVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 DVT expired on 30 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 DVT?
The MOT on LS56 DVT expired on 30 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 DVT done?
LS56 DVT was recorded at 124,288 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2025, an average of 6,524 miles a year.
Has LS56 DVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 DVT has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on LS56 DVT 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 DVT find?
LS56 DVT passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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