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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LS56 KNBMOT history

LS56 KNB is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Feb 2007. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2025 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 150,127 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2024.

LS56 KNB 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 2 Oct 2025
Mileage
150,127 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2024
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 KNB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Feb 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 KNB was last recorded at 150,127 miles on 3 Oct 2024, 7,014 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,113 miles · 3 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
7,014 miles
Average per year
7,920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 150,127 miles
  • 2023 – 143,113 miles
  • 2022 – 134,256 miles
  • 2021 – 124,574 miles
  • 2020 – 114,793 miles
  • 2019 – 105,522 miles
  • 2018 – 95,215 miles
  • 2017 – 80,668 miles
  • 2015 – 71,711 miles
  • 2014 – 63,285 miles
  • 2013 – 57,538 miles
  • 2012 – 53,476 miles
  • 2011 – 48,915 miles
  • 2010 – 35,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,127 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,127 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    150,127 miles
    Test number
    352822352512
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail150,127 miles (+7,014)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,127 miles
    Test number
    506457454390
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass143,113 miles (+8,857)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    143,113 miles
    Test number
    714429918049
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass134,256 miles (+9,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    134,256 miles
    Test number
    665604553066
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass124,574 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    124,574 miles
    Test number
    701210970348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail124,572 miles (+9,779)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,572 miles
    Test number
    652819974601
    • DangerousRoad wheel more than one fixing missing OSF and NSF wheel stud missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass114,793 miles (+9,271)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    114,793 miles
    Test number
    113545206740
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass105,522 miles (+10,307)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,522 miles
    Test number
    721311433607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,215 miles (+14,547)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    95,215 miles
    Test number
    324053216349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.64mm ( very close to limit) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.68 ( very close to limit ) (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass80,668 miles (+8,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,668 miles
    Test number
    871092059270
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all in parts slit corrosion (3.5.1i)
  11. Pass71,711 miles (+8,426)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    71,711 miles
    Test number
    914638842401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,285 miles (+5,747)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    63,285 miles
    Test number
    969092574232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,538 miles (+4,062)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,538 miles
    Test number
    389271653330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,476 miles (+4,561)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    53,476 miles
    Test number
    499539052334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,915 miles (+4,753)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    48,915 miles
    Test number
    479434961344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,162 miles
    Test number
    868321361152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail44,158 miles (+8,417)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,158 miles
    Test number
    685531661175
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  18. Pass35,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,741 miles
    Test number
    374399110100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,741 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,741 miles
    Test number
    183605710168
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS56 KNB

Does LS56 KNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 KNB expired on 2 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 KNB?
The MOT on LS56 KNB expired on 2 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 KNB done?
LS56 KNB was recorded at 150,127 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2024, an average of 7,920 miles a year.
Has LS56 KNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 KNB has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LS56 KNB 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 KNB find?
LS56 KNB passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2024 with 5 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear service brake imbalance requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 2 more.

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