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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

LS56 WLPMOT history

LS56 WLP is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 210,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

LS56 WLP 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 18 May 2027
Mileage
210,274 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 WLP
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
17 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 WLP was last recorded at 210,274 miles on 1 May 2026, 15,599 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,675 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
15,599 miles
Average per year
10,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 210,274 miles
  • 2025 – 194,675 miles
  • 2024 – 188,645 miles
  • 2023 – 185,003 miles
  • 2022 – 181,181 miles
  • 2021 – 176,138 miles
  • 2020 – 168,957 miles
  • 2019 – 162,153 miles
  • 2018 – 150,475 miles
  • 2017 – 135,010 miles
  • 2016 – 121,977 miles
  • 2015 – 110,549 miles
  • 2014 – 98,306 miles
  • 2013 – 81,922 miles
  • 2012 – 66,614 miles
  • 2011 – 52,394 miles
  • 2010 – 40,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,274 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,274 miles (+15,599)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    210,274 miles
    Test number
    952890800922
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass194,675 miles (+6,030)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    194,675 miles
    Test number
    929074916863
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass188,645 miles (+3,642)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    188,645 miles
    Test number
    700317955188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass185,003 miles (+3,822)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    185,003 miles
    Test number
    865532763151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass181,181 miles (+5,043)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    181,181 miles
    Test number
    534038180123
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass176,138 miles (+7,181)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    176,138 miles
    Test number
    558305640219
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement centre arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass168,957 miles (+6,804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2021
    Odometer
    168,957 miles
    Test number
    158835703323
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass162,153 miles (+11,678)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    162,153 miles
    Test number
    180570044748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass150,475 miles (+15,465)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    150,475 miles
    Test number
    467170800603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass135,010 miles (+13,033)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    135,010 miles
    Test number
    771184125370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass121,977 miles (+11,428)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    121,977 miles
    Test number
    143305299798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,549 miles (+12,243)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    110,549 miles
    Test number
    315253985032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,306 miles (+16,384)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    98,306 miles
    Test number
    318885264016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass81,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    81,922 miles
    Test number
    985835823010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail81,922 miles (+15,308)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,922 miles
    Test number
    358244723015
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Pass66,614 miles (+14,220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,614 miles
    Test number
    849306922076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass52,394 miles (+11,830)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    52,394 miles
    Test number
    256333531090
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass40,564 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    40,564 miles
    Test number
    160693610484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail40,564 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,564 miles
    Test number
    933713910051
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS56 WLP

Does LS56 WLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 WLP is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 WLP?
The MOT on LS56 WLP is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 WLP done?
LS56 WLP was recorded at 210,274 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 10,414 miles a year.
Has LS56 WLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 WLP has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2013.
Has the mileage on LS56 WLP 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 WLP find?
LS56 WLP passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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