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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,996 cc

LB06 XBEMOT history

LB06 XBE is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2025 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 120,581 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2025
Mileage
120,581 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 XBE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB06 XBE was last recorded at 120,581 miles on 9 Jan 2025, 6,401 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,180 miles · 5 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
6,401 miles
Average per year
6,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,581 miles
  • 2024 – 114,180 miles
  • 2022 – 100,562 miles
  • 2021 – 92,293 miles
  • 2019 – 85,998 miles
  • 2018 – 80,314 miles
  • 2017 – 72,952 miles
  • 2016 – 61,780 miles
  • 2015 – 55,974 miles
  • 2014 – 52,490 miles
  • 2013 – 48,118 miles
  • 2012 – 45,366 miles
  • 2010 – 29,396 miles
  • 2009 – 21,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,581 miles
  • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Under trays fitted.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,581 miles (+6,401)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,581 miles
    Test number
    360280215906
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,180 miles (+13,618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    114,180 miles
    Test number
    212657146112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,562 miles (+8,269)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    100,562 miles
    Test number
    596197123630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,293 miles (+6,295)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    92,293 miles
    Test number
    230998167214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass85,998 miles (+1,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,998 miles
    Test number
    296059405024
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass84,258 miles (+3,944)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    84,258 miles
    Test number
    836993319467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  7. Pass80,314 miles (+220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,314 miles
    Test number
    364604295135
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  8. Fail80,094 miles (+7,142)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,094 miles
    Test number
    916822164135
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  9. Pass72,952 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    72,952 miles
    Test number
    358931336816
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Fail72,916 miles (+11,136)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,916 miles
    Test number
    462082380388
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flashes similar to direction indicators (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flashes similar to direction indicators (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass61,780 miles (+5,806)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,780 miles
    Test number
    713734162370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,974 miles (+3,484)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    55,974 miles
    Test number
    947594715102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,490 miles (+4,372)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,490 miles
    Test number
    607176724248
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edge - 225/40/18

  14. Pass48,118 miles (+2,752)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,118 miles
    Test number
    705893753214
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass45,366 miles (+6,505)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    45,366 miles
    Test number
    238234282260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,861 miles (+42)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,861 miles
    Test number
    847828032064
    • NoteSome items of mot not tested due to underside covers fitted.

  17. Fail38,819 miles (+9,423)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,819 miles
    Test number
    888427332043
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSome items of mot not tested due to underside covers fitted.

  18. Pass29,396 miles (+7,659)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    29,396 miles
    Test number
    240986090242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,737 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    21,737 miles
    Test number
    601859049130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail21,733 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,733 miles
    Test number
    392548749199
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteN/S/F & O/S/R Tyres worn to 0mm on inside edges.

Questions about LB06 XBE

Does LB06 XBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB06 XBE expired on 4 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB06 XBE?
The MOT on LB06 XBE expired on 4 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB06 XBE done?
LB06 XBE was recorded at 120,581 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2025, an average of 6,329 miles a year.
Has LB06 XBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 XBE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB06 XBE 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 XBE find?
LB06 XBE failed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: brake servo inoperative; nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault, and 4 more.

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