No, LS56 YLD is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for LS56 YLD?

The MOT for LS56 YLD is valid and due for renewal on or before 17 October 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of LS56 YLD?

The recorded mileage for LS56 YLD is 150,529 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is LS56 YLD ULEZ compliant?

No, LS56 YLD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does LS56 YLD have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, LS56 YLD is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2006 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Diesel · LS56 YLD

LS56 YLD

2006 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 150,529 miles. MOT expired on 17 Oct 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2006 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Expired on 17 Oct 2025
Road Tax: Untaxed (17 Jan 2025)
Recorded Mileage: 150,529 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 3.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status

Expired

Expired on 17 Oct 2025View ↓

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 17 Jan 2025

Fuel Type

DIESEL

Year

2006

Engine

2993cc

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LS56 YLD Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 19/10/2024
150,529 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
5 defects noted at the latest MOT

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LS56 YLD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 03:16

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 BMW 3 Series (LS56 YLD) between September 2022 and October 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 19 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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LS56 YLD Mileage History

20/09/2022128,060 mi
16/10/2023139,117 mi+11,057 mi
16/10/2023139,117 mi
19/10/2024150,529 mi+11,412 mi

Average of roughly 10,800 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed

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Good MOT pass rate (75%)

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Outstanding recall notice

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