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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LS56 KNUMOT history

LS56 KNU is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 17 Jun 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 123,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2025.

LS56 KNU 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 17 Jun 2026
Mileage
123,945 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,655 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 KNU
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
31 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 KNU was last recorded at 123,945 miles on 18 Jun 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,937 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
6,655 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,945 miles
  • 2024 – 114,842 miles
  • 2023 – 104,948 miles
  • 2022 – 100,533 miles
  • 2021 – 97,209 miles
  • 2020 – 92,220 miles
  • 2019 – 85,357 miles
  • 2018 – 80,721 miles
  • 2017 – 76,795 miles
  • 2016 – 71,492 miles
  • 2015 – 66,479 miles
  • 2014 – 62,393 miles
  • 2013 – 59,371 miles
  • 2012 – 50,072 miles
  • 2011 – 35,023 miles
  • 2010 – 21,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,945 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,945 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    123,945 miles
    Test number
    496388766894
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail123,937 miles (+9,095)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,937 miles
    Test number
    721264365796
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass114,842 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    114,842 miles
    Test number
    755052973065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to the limit 225/45 R17 91W (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail114,842 miles (+9,894)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,842 miles
    Test number
    775681670339
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to the limit 225/45 R17 91W (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass104,948 miles (+4,415)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    104,948 miles
    Test number
    377869812214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,533 miles (+3,324)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    100,533 miles
    Test number
    871464471798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,209 miles (+4,989)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,209 miles
    Test number
    121616255634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,220 miles
    Test number
    829275153534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail92,220 miles (+6,863)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,220 miles
    Test number
    571878290735
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass85,357 miles (+4,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    85,357 miles
    Test number
    146664512388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  11. Pass80,721 miles (+3,926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    80,721 miles
    Test number
    690087808419
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass76,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,795 miles
    Test number
    349189079129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,795 miles (+5,303)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,795 miles
    Test number
    876134514122
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass71,492 miles (+5,013)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    71,492 miles
    Test number
    612839144710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,479 miles (+4,086)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    66,479 miles
    Test number
    148220235089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,393 miles (+3,022)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    62,393 miles
    Test number
    548801534071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,371 miles (+9,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    59,371 miles
    Test number
    859481133015
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Fail50,072 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,072 miles
    Test number
    198471132013
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  19. Pass50,072 miles (+15,049)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    50,072 miles
    Test number
    716411232089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,023 miles (+13,475)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    35,023 miles
    Test number
    198481531424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    21,548 miles
    Test number
    660819220095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,548 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,548 miles
    Test number
    921958520065
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS56 KNU

Does LS56 KNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 KNU expired on 17 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 KNU?
The MOT on LS56 KNU expired on 17 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 KNU done?
LS56 KNU was recorded at 123,945 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2025, an average of 6,655 miles a year.
Has LS56 KNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 KNU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LS56 KNU 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 KNU find?
LS56 KNU passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2025 with 3 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated all; exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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