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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,997 cc

LX56 GGPMOT history

LX56 GGP is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 146,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2022.

LX56 GGP grey 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 17 Nov 2023
Mileage
146,416 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 GGP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 GGP was last recorded at 146,416 miles on 19 Oct 2022, 3,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,202 miles · 18 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
3,214 miles
Average per year
8,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,416 miles
  • 2021 – 143,202 miles
  • 2020 – 132,064 miles
  • 2019 – 123,327 miles
  • 2018 – 113,709 miles
  • 2017 – 101,495 miles
  • 2016 – 92,089 miles
  • 2015 – 82,771 miles
  • 2014 – 73,883 miles
  • 2013 – 65,695 miles
  • 2012 – 59,743 miles
  • 2011 – 55,456 miles
  • 2010 – 44,764 miles
  • 2009 – 36,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,416 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner and outer tyre walls

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,416 miles (+3,214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    146,416 miles
    Test number
    766631691245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass143,202 miles (+11,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    143,202 miles
    Test number
    562808698547
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass132,064 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    132,064 miles
    Test number
    917997917489
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail132,064 miles (+8,737)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,064 miles
    Test number
    278215027235
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass123,327 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,327 miles
    Test number
    967547706195
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail123,326 miles (+9,617)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,326 miles
    Test number
    923762211508
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass113,709 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    113,709 miles
    Test number
    107969692562
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner and outer tyre walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail113,704 miles (+12,209)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,704 miles
    Test number
    330998855037
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative nsr level sensor rod not connected (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner and outer tyre walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass101,495 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    101,495 miles
    Test number
    255539592380
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail101,494 miles (+9,405)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,494 miles
    Test number
    832091837580
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass92,089 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    92,089 miles
    Test number
    806526127511
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer stop lamp not working

  12. Fail92,089 miles (+9,318)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,089 miles
    Test number
    179804259177
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer stop lamp not working

  13. Pass82,771 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    82,771 miles
    Test number
    460113549436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail82,771 miles (+8,888)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,771 miles
    Test number
    727684888855
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass73,883 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    73,883 miles
    Test number
    705444004361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail73,882 miles (+8,187)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,882 miles
    Test number
    856345994232
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass65,695 miles (+5,952)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    65,695 miles
    Test number
    465663723303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,743 miles (+4,287)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,743 miles
    Test number
    976878622306
    • NoteRear Tyres Worn on Inner Edge

  19. Pass55,456 miles (+10,692)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,456 miles
    Test number
    406387721471
    • NoteFront Tyres Wearing on Edges
    • NoteRear Tyres Wearing on Inner Edge

  20. Pass44,764 miles (+8,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,764 miles
    Test number
    281488320323
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass36,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    36,282 miles
    Test number
    191695519378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,282 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,282 miles
    Test number
    652925819360
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LX56 GGP

Does LX56 GGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX56 GGP expired on 17 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX56 GGP?
The MOT on LX56 GGP expired on 17 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX56 GGP done?
LX56 GGP was recorded at 146,416 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2022, an average of 8,514 miles a year.
Has LX56 GGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 GGP has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LX56 GGP 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 LX56 GGP find?
LX56 GGP passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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