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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB06 PHJMOT history

LB06 PHJ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Aug 2006. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 294,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2026
Mileage
294,044 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
16,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 PHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 PHJ was last recorded at 294,044 miles on 8 Sept 2025, 26,379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
267,665 miles · 29 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
26,379 miles
Average per year
16,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 294,044 miles
  • 2024 – 267,665 miles
  • 2023 – 248,330 miles
  • 2022 – 226,911 miles
  • 2021 – 217,059 miles
  • 2020 – 212,686 miles
  • 2019 – 207,568 miles
  • 2018 – 198,082 miles
  • 2017 – 186,816 miles
  • 2016 – 170,559 miles
  • 2015 – 159,368 miles
  • 2014 – 147,657 miles
  • 2013 – 136,336 miles
  • 2012 – 125,924 miles
  • 2011 – 94,485 miles
  • 2010 – 52,009 miles
  • 2009 – 26,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass294,044 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Under-trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass294,044 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    294,044 miles
    Test number
    401076383422
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail294,044 miles (+26,379)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    294,044 miles
    Test number
    364036260402
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass267,665 miles (+19,335)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    267,665 miles
    Test number
    182238563415
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in Screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Recommended Changing ASAP (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Arms have Play in the Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door Accident Damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Arms have Play in the Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass248,330 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    248,330 miles
    Test number
    838091672880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  5. Fail248,330 miles (+21,419)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,330 miles
    Test number
    808726318331
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  6. Pass226,911 miles (+509)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    226,911 miles
    Test number
    790165164779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  7. Fail226,402 miles (+9,343)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,402 miles
    Test number
    684035515548
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  8. Pass217,059 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    217,059 miles
    Test number
    602513704507
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished & Minor Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished & Minor Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail217,058 miles (+4,372)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,058 miles
    Test number
    354291226675
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished & Minor Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished & Minor Cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass212,686 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    212,686 miles
    Test number
    697018800450
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Conceal Underbody Components

  11. Fail212,686 miles (+5,118)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,686 miles
    Test number
    171978408124
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Conceal Underbody Components

  12. Pass207,568 miles (+9,486)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    207,568 miles
    Test number
    107320585096
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear upper inner suspension arm ball joints

  13. Pass198,082 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    198,082 miles
    Test number
    623200974285
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail198,081 miles (+28)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,081 miles
    Test number
    311471975558
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed marked yellow (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail198,053 miles (+11,237)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,053 miles
    Test number
    816117611882
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass186,816 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    186,816 miles
    Test number
    504519242095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail186,810 miles (+16,251)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,810 miles
    Test number
    807648081567
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass170,559 miles (+11,191)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    170,559 miles
    Test number
    254591069939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass159,368 miles (+11,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    159,368 miles
    Test number
    459322290433
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON 1.6 MOT LIMIT ADVISE EARLY REPLACEMENT (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass147,657 miles (+11,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    147,657 miles
    Test number
    209663164212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass136,336 miles (+10,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    136,336 miles
    Test number
    648020673224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass125,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    125,924 miles
    Test number
    935614682224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail125,924 miles (+31,439)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,924 miles
    Test number
    615364082287
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s headlight pattern is poor
    • NoteRed brake warning light is on

  24. Pass94,485 miles (+42,476)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    94,485 miles
    Test number
    208069921245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,009 miles (+25,257)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,009 miles
    Test number
    182464340213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail26,752 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,752 miles
    Test number
    741396219251
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  27. Pass26,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    26,752 miles
    Test number
    901346019254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB06 PHJ

Does LB06 PHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB06 PHJ expired on 7 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB06 PHJ?
The MOT on LB06 PHJ expired on 7 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB06 PHJ done?
LB06 PHJ was recorded at 294,044 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2025, an average of 16,606 miles a year.
Has LB06 PHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 PHJ has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB06 PHJ 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 PHJ find?
LB06 PHJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.

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