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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LB06 VNEMOT history

LB06 VNE is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 162,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
162,311 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 VNE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 VNE was last recorded at 162,311 miles on 14 May 2026, 9,628 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,683 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,628 miles
Average per year
7,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,311 miles
  • 2025 – 152,683 miles
  • 2024 – 143,841 miles
  • 2023 – 137,578 miles
  • 2022 – 129,548 miles
  • 2021 – 121,717 miles
  • 2020 – 114,812 miles
  • 2019 – 108,433 miles
  • 2018 – 101,076 miles
  • 2017 – 92,296 miles
  • 2016 – 79,914 miles
  • 2015 – 66,688 miles
  • 2014 – 59,012 miles
  • 2013 – 51,267 miles
  • 2012 – 46,300 miles
  • 2011 – 40,644 miles
  • 2010 – 35,015 miles
  • 2009 – 33,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,311 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,311 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    162,311 miles
    Test number
    721440941569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail162,311 miles (+9,628)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,311 miles
    Test number
    285756468179
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass152,683 miles (+8,842)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2026
    Odometer
    152,683 miles
    Test number
    890735430379
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass143,841 miles (+6,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    143,841 miles
    Test number
    912756697969
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass137,578 miles (+8,030)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    137,578 miles
    Test number
    326129979497
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass129,548 miles (+7,831)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    129,548 miles
    Test number
    279612540785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass121,717 miles (+6,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    121,717 miles
    Test number
    533916249066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass114,812 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    114,812 miles
    Test number
    115254631664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail114,722 miles (+6,289)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,722 miles
    Test number
    200426925510
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass108,433 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2020
    Odometer
    108,433 miles
    Test number
    614386748498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail108,433 miles (+7,357)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,433 miles
    Test number
    440005981120
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass101,076 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    101,076 miles
    Test number
    858765027422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail101,034 miles (+8,738)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,034 miles
    Test number
    676474783918
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass92,296 miles (+392)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,296 miles
    Test number
    260106170133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail91,904 miles (+11,990)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,904 miles
    Test number
    328933037194
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass79,914 miles (+13,226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,914 miles
    Test number
    233183047854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass66,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,688 miles
    Test number
    747145935193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,688 miles (+7,676)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,688 miles
    Test number
    606692735154
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass59,012 miles (+7,745)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,012 miles
    Test number
    275709824428
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass51,267 miles (+4,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    51,267 miles
    Test number
    706716403127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass46,300 miles (+5,656)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,300 miles
    Test number
    896332032183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,644 miles (+5,629)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,644 miles
    Test number
    956463721148
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass35,015 miles (+1,383)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,015 miles
    Test number
    681393230108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail33,632 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,632 miles
    Test number
    393452829104
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass33,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,632 miles
    Test number
    754172729138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB06 VNE

Does LB06 VNE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB06 VNE is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB06 VNE?
The MOT on LB06 VNE is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB06 VNE done?
LB06 VNE was recorded at 162,311 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 7,555 miles a year.
Has LB06 VNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 VNE has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB06 VNE 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 VNE find?
LB06 VNE passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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