BMW 3 SERIES GU56ESV has 21 MOTs

Has MOT
Has Tax

This 2006 BMW 3 SERIES has Passed 17 MOTs and Failed 4 times since 2009

The most recent MOT was PASSED at 75,144 miles 3 months ago on Tuesday 24th March 2026 at 13:15.

The current MOT will expire in 9 months on Tuesday 23rd March 2027.

The current Tax will expire in 8 months on Monday 1st March 2027.

GU56ESV MOT History

ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage
PASSED23RD MARCH 202775,144 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Tyre Slightly Damaged/cracking Or Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
PASSED18TH MARCH 202517TH MARCH 202673,879 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
FAILED25TH FEBRUARY 202573,879 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. MAJOR - Engine Mil Inoperative Or Indicates A Malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
PASSED1ST DECEMBER 202330TH NOVEMBER 202471,358 MI
PASSED30TH NOVEMBER 202229TH NOVEMBER 202368,967 MI
PASSED1ST OCTOBER 202118TH OCTOBER 202264,441 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
FAILED25TH SEPTEMBER 202164,373 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. MAJOR - Exhaust Carbon Monoxide Content After 2nd Fast Idle Exceeds Default Limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  4. MAJOR - Exhaust Lambda Reading After 2nd Fast Idle Outside Specified Limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  5. MAJOR - Front Windscreen Washer Provides Insufficient Washer Liquid (3.5 (a))
  6. MAJOR - Front Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
PASSED1ST OCTOBER 202018TH OCTOBER 202162,412 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. ADVISORY - Exhaust Emits Blue Smoke During Acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
PASSED25TH SEPTEMBER 201918TH OCTOBER 202059,986 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Brake Hose Slightly Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
PASSED11TH OCTOBER 201818TH OCTOBER 201957,768 MI
PASSED11TH OCTOBER 201718TH OCTOBER 201854,691 MI
PASSED17TH OCTOBER 201618TH OCTOBER 201751,138 MI
PASSED2ND OCTOBER 201518TH OCTOBER 201647,005 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Under Trays Fitted
  2. ADVISORY - Engine Covers Fitted
PASSED18TH OCTOBER 201418TH OCTOBER 201542,404 MI
 
  1. USER ENTERED - Under-Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Underside Components
FAILED18TH OCTOBER 201442,401 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Nearside Rear Brake Caliper Securing Device Missing (3.5.1j)
  2. USER ENTERED - Under-Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Underside Components
PASSED28TH SEPTEMBER 201318TH OCTOBER 201435,491 MI
FAILED6TH OCTOBER 201231,604 MI
 
  1. PRS - Nearside Front Headlamp Aim Too Low (1.8)
  2. PRS - Offside Front Headlamp Aim Too Low (1.8)
  3. USER ENTERED - Engine Covers Fitted Obscuring Some Components In The Engine Bay
  4. USER ENTERED - Vehicle's Internal Headlight Adjuster Altered To Recheck Lights
PASSED6TH OCTOBER 201218TH OCTOBER 201331,604 MI
 
  1. USER ENTERED - Engine Covers Fitted Obscuring Some Components In The Engine Bay
  2. USER ENTERED - Vehicle's Internal Headlight Adjuster Altered To Recheck Lights
PASSED8TH OCTOBER 201118TH OCTOBER 201228,748 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
PASSED9TH OCTOBER 201018TH OCTOBER 201125,046 MI
PASSED28TH SEPTEMBER 200918TH OCTOBER 201022,549 MI
ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage

GU56ESV Passed/Failed

MOT Pass Rate: 81% | MOT Failure Rate: 19%

GU56ESV MOT Comments

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GU56ESV Mileage

Last recorded mileage: 75,144 miles | Average yearly mileage: 3,757 miles

GU56ESV FAQs

This Bmw 3 Series with registration GU56ESV was manufactured on Wednesday 18th October 2006 so it is currently 20 years old. Its colour is Black and it has a 2 litre Petrol engine.

The odometer reading at the last MOT in 2026 was 75,144 miles, so this Bmw has travelled an average of 3,757 miles per year in the time it has been on the road.

We have a total of 21 MOTs on record for this Bmw 3 Series beginning with its first recorded MOT in 2009. We can see 4 of these tests have been MOT failures - this means GU56ESV has a 81% MOT pass rate!

Over its lifetime, this Bmw 3 Series has had 21 Advisories, 2 PRS Notices, 0 Minor, 5 Major, 0 Dangerous and 1 Fail comments in its MOT History.

This Bmw 3 Series is currently Taxed and the Tax, or VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), is next due in 8 months on Monday 1st March 2027 .

Does GU56ESV have an active MOT?

Yes, as of Saturday 4th July 2026 GU56ESV does have an active MOT. Read more

Is GU56ESV Taxed?

Yes, as of Saturday 4th July 2026 GU56ESV does have Tax. Read more

When does GU56ESV Tax expire?

The current Tax for GU56ESV will expire in 8 months on Monday 1st March 2027. If you are purchasing this vehicle, remember that the vehicle Tax cannot be transferred and you will need to re-tax the vehicle. Read more

When does GU56ESV MOT expire?

The current MOT for GU56ESV will expire in 9 months on Tuesday 23rd March 2027. Read more

When did GU56ESV have its most recent MOT?

The most recent MOT on record for GU56ESV was on Tuesday 24th March 2026 at 13:15. It Passed this MOT. Read more

How many times has GU56ESV Passed an MOT?

Out of a total of 21 MOTs on record for GU56ESV we can see 17 of these tests have been MOT Passes. Remember, digitised MOT records began in 2005 so MOT results prior to 2005 cannot be traced online. Read more

How many times has GU56ESV Failed an MOT?

Out of a total of 21 MOTs on record for GU56ESV we can see 4 of these tests have been MOT Failures. This means this vehicle has a 81% MOT pass rate! Read more

What Make and Model vehicle is GU56ESV?

GU56ESV is registered as a 2006 Bmw 3 Series. Read more

How many miles has GU56ESV done?

The odometer reading for GU56ESV at the last MOT in March 2026 was 75,144 miles. If the vehicle is still in use, it's likely the mileage has increased since then and up-to-date statistics will be provided at the next MOT. This vehicle has travelled an average of 3,757 miles per year. Read more

How old is GU56ESV?

The vehicle GU56ESV was manufactured in 2006 so it is currently 20 years old. It was first registered on Wednesday 18th October 2006. Read more

What colour is GU56ESV?

The official colour of GU56ESV is recorded as Black. Read more

What engine does GU56ESV have?

GU56ESV has a 2 litre Petrol engine. Read more

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