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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

LS56 WLEMOT history

LS56 WLE is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 158,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

LS56 WLE blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
158,563 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 WLE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
11 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 WLE was last recorded at 158,563 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,558 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
6,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,563 miles
  • 2025 – 158,515 miles
  • 2024 – 153,890 miles
  • 2023 – 152,444 miles
  • 2022 – 149,795 miles
  • 2020 – 147,396 miles
  • 2019 – 146,666 miles
  • 2018 – 135,835 miles
  • 2017 – 127,034 miles
  • 2016 – 114,209 miles
  • 2015 – 110,358 miles
  • 2014 – 106,043 miles
  • 2013 – 91,233 miles
  • 2012 – 88,763 miles
  • 2011 – 67,476 miles
  • 2009 – 56,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,563 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,563 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    158,563 miles
    Test number
    986958078824
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail158,558 miles (+43)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,558 miles
    Test number
    946482679137
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail158,515 miles (+4,625)2 dangerous6 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,515 miles
    Test number
    187812254145
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass153,890 miles (+1,446)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    153,890 miles
    Test number
    960055910179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass152,444 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    152,444 miles
    Test number
    228229834220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail152,442 miles (+2,647)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,442 miles
    Test number
    404052893753
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass149,795 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    149,795 miles
    Test number
    798122202452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail149,793 miles (+2,397)3 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,793 miles
    Test number
    140706255963
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both front brakes (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass147,396 miles (+730)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    147,396 miles
    Test number
    929737229433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass146,666 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    146,666 miles
    Test number
    903907670281
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp wash faulty
    • AdvisorySlight play at n/s/r suspension
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  11. Fail146,663 miles (+10,828)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,663 miles
    Test number
    569852683040
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp wash faulty
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  12. Pass135,835 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    135,835 miles
    Test number
    550197045976
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail135,833 miles (+8,799)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,833 miles
    Test number
    317307678347
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass127,034 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    127,034 miles
    Test number
    961793465941
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides rear suspension, lower,rear arms. outer bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush nearside rear suspension, upper, front arm,inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked along the bottom. out of view

  15. Fail127,034 miles (+12,825)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,034 miles
    Test number
    658706687612
    • FailureWheel bolt(s) missing both offside and nearside front (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides rear suspension, lower,rear arms. outer bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush nearside rear suspension, upper, front arm,inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked along the bottom. out of view

  16. Pass114,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    114,209 miles
    Test number
    150394193775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail114,209 miles (+3,851)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,209 miles
    Test number
    662198174864
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  18. Pass110,358 miles (+4,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    110,358 miles
    Test number
    999881585114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass106,043 miles (+14,810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    106,043 miles
    Test number
    479258304181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass91,233 miles (+2,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    91,233 miles
    Test number
    775651373037
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass88,763 miles (+21,287)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    88,763 miles
    Test number
    749453862031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail67,476 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,476 miles
    Test number
    178587321068
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass67,476 miles (+11,156)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,476 miles
    Test number
    576527921068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,320 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    56,320 miles
    Test number
    230292859352
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS56 WLE

Does LS56 WLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 WLE is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 WLE?
The MOT on LS56 WLE is valid until 8 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 WLE done?
LS56 WLE was recorded at 158,563 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 6,270 miles a year.
Has LS56 WLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 WLE has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS56 WLE 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 WLE find?
LS56 WLE passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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