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LB56 XWT

2007 BMW 3 Series

Green Diesel 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

158,003 mi
Last recorded158,003 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 3 Series86,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 XWT
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 158,003 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Sep 2025 157,786 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 151,844 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 144,066 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 140,643 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 137,503 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

nsf tyre starting to wear on inner and outer edges

nsr tyre starting to wear on inner and outer edges

osf tyre starting to wear on outer edge

osr tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Pass 25 Jan 2021 131,731 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 131,730 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 118,493 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 106,427 miles

Brake hose slightly damaged both front deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear "bubbling" underneath paint (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

winter tyres are fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2018 106,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Brake hose slightly damaged both front deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear "bubbling" underneath paint (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

winter tyres are fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2017 97,235 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 97,235 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 85,743 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 85,743 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 80,804 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 76,811 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jul 2014 76,783 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2013 74,762 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 67,609 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 56,766 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 44,125 miles

damage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

exhaust emissions to low to register on gas analyser

Pass 9 Dec 2009 32,097 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 32,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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LB56 XWT is a 2007 BMW 3 Series in Green with a 2,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2007 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 86,578 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB56 XWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB56 XWT registered?

LB56 XWT is a 2007 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 January 2007.

Is LB56 XWT safe to buy?

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