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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB06 EPCMOT history

LB06 EPC is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 104,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2024
Mileage
104,992 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 EPC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 EPC was last recorded at 104,992 miles on 25 Aug 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,992 miles · 18 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 104,992 miles
  • 2021 – 100,002 miles
  • 2019 – 89,558 miles
  • 2018 – 80,813 miles
  • 2017 – 76,688 miles
  • 2016 – 72,749 miles
  • 2015 – 69,491 miles
  • 2014 – 63,826 miles
  • 2013 – 57,872 miles
  • 2012 – 51,395 miles
  • 2011 – 41,632 miles
  • 2010 – 28,943 miles
  • 2009 – 15,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,992 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,992 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    104,992 miles
    Test number
    395272757173
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  2. Fail104,992 miles (+4,990)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,992 miles
    Test number
    829740625274
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  3. Pass100,002 miles (+10,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    100,002 miles
    Test number
    462732006325
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  4. Pass89,558 miles (+181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    89,558 miles
    Test number
    633074928521
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail89,377 miles (+8,564)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,377 miles
    Test number
    606858960989
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt under the hub arm, the straight arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass80,813 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,813 miles
    Test number
    397364409164
    • 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))

  7. Fail80,813 miles (+4,125)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,813 miles
    Test number
    558029227965
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  8. Pass76,688 miles (+3,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,688 miles
    Test number
    649539432009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass72,749 miles (+3,258)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,749 miles
    Test number
    413997572113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,491 miles (+5,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,491 miles
    Test number
    907200315265
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass63,826 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,826 miles
    Test number
    269195004237
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail63,817 miles (+5,945)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,817 miles
    Test number
    379453804214
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass57,872 miles (+6,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    57,872 miles
    Test number
    998933813225
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass51,395 miles (+9,763)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    51,395 miles
    Test number
    939576602256
    • NoteTraction light on.

  15. Pass41,632 miles (+12,689)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    41,632 miles
    Test number
    397480811298
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass28,943 miles (+13,129)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    28,943 miles
    Test number
    483111810238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,814 miles (+360)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    15,814 miles
    Test number
    330465219463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,454 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    15,454 miles
    Test number
    932782659160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail15,454 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,454 miles
    Test number
    213192659167
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB06 EPC

Does LB06 EPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB06 EPC expired on 24 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB06 EPC?
The MOT on LB06 EPC expired on 24 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB06 EPC done?
LB06 EPC was recorded at 104,992 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2023, an average of 6,292 miles a year.
Has LB06 EPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 EPC has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB06 EPC 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 LB06 EPC find?
LB06 EPC passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2023 with 1 advisory: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration.

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