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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LS56 ZDFMOT history

LS56 ZDF is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 7 Jan 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 178,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2022.

LS56 ZDF blue 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 7 Jan 2023
Mileage
178,378 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 ZDF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 ZDF was last recorded at 178,378 miles on 8 Jan 2022, 6,898 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
171,480 miles · 26 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
6,898 miles
Average per year
8,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 178,378 miles
  • 2020 – 171,480 miles
  • 2019 – 168,084 miles
  • 2018 – 162,659 miles
  • 2017 – 156,854 miles
  • 2016 – 149,051 miles
  • 2015 – 144,267 miles
  • 2014 – 132,691 miles
  • 2013 – 123,228 miles
  • 2012 – 111,663 miles
  • 2011 – 102,728 miles
  • 2010 – 78,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,378 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,378 miles (+6,898)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    178,378 miles
    Test number
    411208228624
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass171,480 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    171,480 miles
    Test number
    170824375898
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail171,480 miles (+3,396)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,480 miles
    Test number
    725566012927
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass168,084 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    168,084 miles
    Test number
    217824283911
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
  5. Fail168,084 miles (+5,425)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,084 miles
    Test number
    681116413182
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
  6. Pass162,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    162,659 miles
    Test number
    711102182384
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  7. Fail162,658 miles (+5,804)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,658 miles
    Test number
    249665961598
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  8. Pass156,854 miles (+7,803)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    156,854 miles
    Test number
    724884513008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass149,051 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    149,051 miles
    Test number
    212220502589
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  10. Fail149,051 miles (+4,784)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,051 miles
    Test number
    132247863484
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  11. Pass144,267 miles (+11,576)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    144,267 miles
    Test number
    817022545077
    • NoteOil leak
  12. Pass132,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    132,691 miles
    Test number
    636227424073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,691 miles (+9,463)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,691 miles
    Test number
    757437424032
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass123,228 miles (+11,565)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    123,228 miles
    Test number
    517622443040
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front fog lights not working
  15. Pass111,663 miles (+8,935)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    111,663 miles
    Test number
    117083412476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,728 miles (+24,179)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    102,728 miles
    Test number
    525644301022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear parking brake did not lock
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePetrol cap seal cracked
  17. Pass78,549 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    78,549 miles
    Test number
    120281710460
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on both outer edges

Questions about LS56 ZDF

Does LS56 ZDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 ZDF expired on 7 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 ZDF?
The MOT on LS56 ZDF expired on 7 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 ZDF done?
LS56 ZDF was recorded at 178,378 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2022, an average of 8,325 miles a year.
Has LS56 ZDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 ZDF has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on LS56 ZDF 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 ZDF find?
LS56 ZDF passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2022 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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