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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,926 cc

LD06 WHVMOT history

LD06 WHV is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 172,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

LD06 WHV grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
172,648 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,610 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD06 WHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD06 WHV was last recorded at 172,648 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,638 miles · 9 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
8,610 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,648 miles
  • 2023 – 169,963 miles
  • 2022 – 159,898 miles
  • 2021 – 144,343 miles
  • 2020 – 131,706 miles
  • 2019 – 118,968 miles
  • 2018 – 108,287 miles
  • 2017 – 100,551 miles
  • 2016 – 87,095 miles
  • 2015 – 80,235 miles
  • 2014 – 59,732 miles
  • 2013 – 53,932 miles
  • 2012 – 46,995 miles
  • 2011 – 39,375 miles
  • 2010 – 33,448 miles
  • 2009 – 24,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,648 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Advise 2 front tyres shouldering on inside edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,648 miles (+10)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    172,648 miles
    Test number
    469041228437
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail172,638 miles (+63)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,638 miles
    Test number
    887387666504
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail172,575 miles (+2,612)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,575 miles
    Test number
    187521957818
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass169,963 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    169,963 miles
    Test number
    788655134984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail169,864 miles (+9,966)1 dangerous7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,864 miles
    Test number
    876234417183
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass159,898 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    159,898 miles
    Test number
    841767613597
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop perished.
    • AdvisoryRear bump stop perished.

  7. Fail159,898 miles (+15,555)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,898 miles
    Test number
    722721628566
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stop perished.

  8. Pass144,343 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    144,343 miles
    Test number
    524054580418
    • AdvisoryCentral Plastic under-trays fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail144,340 miles (+12,634)1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,340 miles
    Test number
    175718508563
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Plastic under-trays fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass131,706 miles (+12,738)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    131,706 miles
    Test number
    401881511469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass118,968 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,968 miles
    Test number
    432697828038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up 1/2 not functioning
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail118,968 miles (+10,681)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,968 miles
    Test number
    724858289698
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up 1/2 not functioning
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass108,287 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,287 miles
    Test number
    841799295347
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn inside edges

  14. Fail108,287 miles (+7,736)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,287 miles
    Test number
    486656973594
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn inside edges

  15. Pass100,551 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    100,551 miles
    Test number
    260051372080
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryAdvise 2 front tyres shouldering on inside edges

  16. Fail100,542 miles (+13,447)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,542 miles
    Test number
    988259194487
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryAdvise 2 front tyres shouldering on inside edges

  17. Pass87,095 miles (+6,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    87,095 miles
    Test number
    498951466419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass80,235 miles (+20,503)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,235 miles
    Test number
    608261195028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,732 miles (+5,800)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    59,732 miles
    Test number
    756510264004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,932 miles (+6,937)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,932 miles
    Test number
    819402003153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,995 miles (+265)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    46,995 miles
    Test number
    237494002483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail46,730 miles (+7,355)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,730 miles
    Test number
    345300392067
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

  23. Pass39,375 miles (+5,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    39,375 miles
    Test number
    175785391495
    • 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)

  24. Pass33,448 miles (+352)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,448 miles
    Test number
    293350310460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,096 miles (+8,988)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,096 miles
    Test number
    392804200101
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO.s./f. tyre cut outer sidewall also o.s.r. tyre has deep cut outer sidewall

  26. Pass24,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    24,108 miles
    Test number
    580705809192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD06 WHV

Does LD06 WHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD06 WHV is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD06 WHV?
The MOT on LD06 WHV is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD06 WHV done?
LD06 WHV was recorded at 172,648 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 8,610 miles a year.
Has LD06 WHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD06 WHV has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LD06 WHV 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 WHV find?
LD06 WHV passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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