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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LD06 DPUMOT history

LD06 DPU is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2025 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 234,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2024.

LD06 DPU silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2025
Mileage
234,798 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD06 DPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD06 DPU was last recorded at 234,798 miles on 4 Jul 2024, 953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
233,845 miles · 4 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
953 miles
Average per year
10,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 234,798 miles
  • 2023 – 233,845 miles
  • 2022 – 230,908 miles
  • 2021 – 227,154 miles
  • 2020 – 224,068 miles
  • 2019 – 216,581 miles
  • 2018 – 208,524 miles
  • 2017 – 199,313 miles
  • 2016 – 191,919 miles
  • 2014 – 153,838 miles
  • 2013 – 143,243 miles
  • 2012 – 132,313 miles
  • 2011 – 121,104 miles
  • 2010 – 113,955 miles
  • 2009 – 81,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass234,798 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass234,798 miles (+953)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    234,798 miles
    Test number
    219460655927
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass233,845 miles (+2,937)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    233,845 miles
    Test number
    685849025443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass230,908 miles (+3,754)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    230,908 miles
    Test number
    900597575858
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass227,154 miles (+3,086)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    227,154 miles
    Test number
    178037189006
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Under wing. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Under wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass224,068 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    224,068 miles
    Test number
    557903603497
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail224,068 miles (+7,487)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,068 miles
    Test number
    874731870140
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass216,581 miles (+8,057)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    216,581 miles
    Test number
    119611866135
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass208,524 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    208,524 miles
    Test number
    647851175848
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail208,519 miles (+9,206)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,519 miles
    Test number
    713464471041
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass199,313 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    199,313 miles
    Test number
    730285697687
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  11. Fail199,313 miles (+7,394)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,313 miles
    Test number
    115082382905
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Nearside and offside (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  12. Pass191,919 miles (+38,081)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    191,919 miles
    Test number
    789655108809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryLimited access to parts of underbody and outer sills due to plastic covers

  13. Fail153,838 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,838 miles
    Test number
    357021854393
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass153,838 miles (+10,595)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    153,838 miles
    Test number
    427931354460
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass143,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    143,243 miles
    Test number
    209404633290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail143,243 miles (+10,930)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,243 miles
    Test number
    705184433232
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass132,313 miles (+11,209)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    132,313 miles
    Test number
    757664862111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass121,104 miles (+7,149)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    121,104 miles
    Test number
    166499271166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass113,955 miles (+31,975)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    113,955 miles
    Test number
    621447140254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass81,980 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    81,980 miles
    Test number
    381717559185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightlh out of shape
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly out of shape

Questions about LD06 DPU

Does LD06 DPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD06 DPU expired on 8 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD06 DPU?
The MOT on LD06 DPU expired on 8 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD06 DPU done?
LD06 DPU was recorded at 234,798 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2024, an average of 10,136 miles a year.
Has LD06 DPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD06 DPU has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on LD06 DPU 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 LD06 DPU find?
LD06 DPU passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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