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BMW 120

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LS56 MZXMOT history

LS56 MZX is a blue diesel BMW 120 first used on 14 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2024 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 234,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2024
Mileage
234,676 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 MZX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
14 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 MZX was last recorded at 234,676 miles on 4 Mar 2023, 12,203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
222,473 miles · 11 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
12,203 miles
Average per year
10,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 234,676 miles
  • 2022 – 222,473 miles
  • 2021 – 210,103 miles
  • 2020 – 197,794 miles
  • 2019 – 187,191 miles
  • 2018 – 183,786 miles
  • 2017 – 180,114 miles
  • 2015 – 177,994 miles
  • 2014 – 166,019 miles
  • 2013 – 165,578 miles
  • 2012 – 136,765 miles
  • 2011 – 122,810 miles
  • 2010 – 112,371 miles
  • 2009 – 98,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass234,676 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Engine Covers / under-trays Fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Under-chassis / suspension & Brake components corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass234,676 miles (+12,203)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    234,676 miles
    Test number
    813720609824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass222,473 miles (+12,370)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    222,473 miles
    Test number
    654697922057
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
  3. Pass210,103 miles (+12,309)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    210,103 miles
    Test number
    501675756668
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Pass197,794 miles (+10,603)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    197,794 miles
    Test number
    749471538734
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass187,191 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    187,191 miles
    Test number
    367023101366
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / under-trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-chassis / suspension & Brake components corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle is Under-sealed.
  6. Fail187,191 miles (+3,405)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,191 miles
    Test number
    398514906205
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / under-trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-chassis / suspension & Brake components corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle is Under-sealed.
  7. Pass183,786 miles (+3,672)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    183,786 miles
    Test number
    885917144186
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Nearside & Offside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-chassis / Suspension & Brake components corroded.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  8. Pass180,114 miles (+2,120)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    180,114 miles
    Test number
    804299958806
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/Under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder-body/Chassis/Suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  9. Pass177,994 miles (+9,516)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    177,994 miles
    Test number
    361560509221
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  10. Pass168,478 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    168,478 miles
    Test number
    227402005073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass166,019 miles (+441)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    166,019 miles
    Test number
    106416914482
    • NoteAir bag light turn off by diagnose machin at the time of mot
  12. Pass165,578 miles (+28,813)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    165,578 miles
    Test number
    587286463290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass136,765 miles (+13,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    136,765 miles
    Test number
    537900672274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass122,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    122,810 miles
    Test number
    615420861232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail122,810 miles (+10,439)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,810 miles
    Test number
    317300461245
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass112,371 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    112,371 miles
    Test number
    190441960284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Fail112,371 miles (+14,285)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,371 miles
    Test number
    604031360209
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass98,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    98,086 miles
    Test number
    500657769267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 MZX

Does LS56 MZX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 MZX expired on 3 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 MZX?
The MOT on LS56 MZX expired on 3 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 MZX done?
LS56 MZX was recorded at 234,676 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2023, an average of 10,163 miles a year.
Has LS56 MZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 MZX has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on LS56 MZX 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 MZX find?
LS56 MZX passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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