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BMW 7 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LS56 ULEMOT history

LS56 ULE is a grey diesel BMW 7 Series first used on 14 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 137,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
137,661 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,461 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 ULE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
7 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
14 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 ULE was last recorded at 137,661 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 5,677 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,984 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,677 miles
Average per year
6,461 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,661 miles
  • 2025 – 131,984 miles
  • 2024 – 127,044 miles
  • 2023 – 118,538 miles
  • 2022 – 115,491 miles
  • 2021 – 114,000 miles
  • 2020 – 113,013 miles
  • 2018 – 105,438 miles
  • 2017 – 99,522 miles
  • 2016 – 90,555 miles
  • 2015 – 88,386 miles
  • 2014 – 81,908 miles
  • 2013 – 74,177 miles
  • 2012 – 66,425 miles
  • 2011 – 60,400 miles
  • 2010 – 47,857 miles
  • 2009 – 31,535 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,661 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases dpf area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,661 miles (+5,677)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    137,661 miles
    Test number
    481491219054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass131,984 miles (+4,940)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    131,984 miles
    Test number
    432262779035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass127,044 miles (+8,506)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    127,044 miles
    Test number
    478824411012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass118,538 miles (+3,047)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    118,538 miles
    Test number
    296076211718
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,491 miles (+46)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    115,491 miles
    Test number
    269109941926
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail115,445 miles (+1,445)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,445 miles
    Test number
    972582608331
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension unit damaged but not to excess suspension sitting low (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear active anti roll bar (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,000 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    114,000 miles
    Test number
    643804649855
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases dpf area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar hydraulic pipes slightly corroded

  8. Fail114,000 miles (+987)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,000 miles
    Test number
    448386069039
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bent arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bent arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases dpf area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar hydraulic pipes slightly corroded

  9. Pass113,013 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    113,013 miles
    Test number
    855770274245
    • AdvisoryIntermittent fault on headlamp leveling unit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight misting of oil on rear active anti roll bar unit

  10. Fail112,988 miles (+7,550)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,988 miles
    Test number
    177231117437
    • MajorEmissions not tested Oil above maximum (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking - 245/45R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking - 245/45R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Around O/S of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder guards fitted obscuring some components

  11. Pass105,438 miles (+5,916)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    105,438 miles
    Test number
    996298691481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,522 miles (+8,967)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    99,522 miles
    Test number
    733779106353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass90,555 miles (+2,169)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    90,555 miles
    Test number
    451907841104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,386 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    88,386 miles
    Test number
    436259815238
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail88,386 miles (+6,478)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,386 miles
    Test number
    606019715243
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass81,908 miles (+7,731)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    81,908 miles
    Test number
    469802094127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,177 miles (+7,752)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,177 miles
    Test number
    265289573401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,425 miles (+6,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    66,425 miles
    Test number
    198678882144
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass60,400 miles (+12,543)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    60,400 miles
    Test number
    969347631361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass47,857 miles (+16,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    47,857 miles
    Test number
    263041450373
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass31,535 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    31,535 miles
    Test number
    281027929330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about LS56 ULE

Does LS56 ULE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 ULE is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 ULE?
The MOT on LS56 ULE is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 ULE done?
LS56 ULE was recorded at 137,661 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 6,461 miles a year.
Has LS56 ULE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 ULE has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LS56 ULE 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 ULE find?
LS56 ULE passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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