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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,494 cc

LK06 OTBMOT history

LK06 OTB is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 147,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

LK06 OTB silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2026
Mileage
147,477 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK06 OTB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LK06 OTB was last recorded at 147,477 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 5,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,437 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,040 miles
Average per year
6,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,477 miles
  • 2025 – 142,437 miles
  • 2024 – 140,025 miles
  • 2023 – 140,011 miles
  • 2022 – 137,747 miles
  • 2021 – 133,586 miles
  • 2020 – 130,909 miles
  • 2019 – 128,310 miles
  • 2018 – 120,815 miles
  • 2017 – 107,588 miles
  • 2016 – 91,286 miles
  • 2015 – 80,864 miles
  • 2014 – 73,324 miles
  • 2013 – 61,756 miles
  • 2012 – 51,882 miles
  • 2011 – 41,172 miles
  • 2010 – 31,798 miles
  • 2009 – 28,534 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,477 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front both front fogs not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail147,477 miles (+5,040)1 dangerous11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,477 miles
    Test number
    978096901595
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass142,437 miles (+2,412)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    142,437 miles
    Test number
    422714220530
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass140,025 miles (+3)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    140,025 miles
    Test number
    142770079199
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both front fogs not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre nail x2
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring perished

  4. Fail140,022 miles (+11)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,022 miles
    Test number
    150375745740
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both front fogs not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre nail x2
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring perished

  5. Fail140,011 miles (+2,264)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,011 miles
    Test number
    179953253253
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass137,747 miles (+4,161)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    137,747 miles
    Test number
    533584163125
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated close to excessive (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass133,586 miles (+2,677)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    133,586 miles
    Test number
    547510884042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass130,909 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    130,909 miles
    Test number
    571907269316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail130,905 miles (+2,595)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,905 miles
    Test number
    613316753737
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass128,310 miles (+7,495)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,310 miles
    Test number
    698996873023
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass120,815 miles (+110)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    120,815 miles
    Test number
    138017633015
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both side the tie rod has play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Fail120,705 miles (+13,117)2 dangerous5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,705 miles
    Test number
    303271275774
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp the indicator turning ON while position light is ON (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both side the tie rod has play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass107,588 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    107,588 miles
    Test number
    719287138635
    • AdvisoryOil leak power steering
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear differential
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail107,554 miles (+16,268)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,554 miles
    Test number
    570846220622
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak power steering
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear differential
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass91,286 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    91,286 miles
    Test number
    703726182411
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Fail91,286 miles (+10,422)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,286 miles
    Test number
    506262967081
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass80,864 miles (+570)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    80,864 miles
    Test number
    974720296622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail80,294 miles (+6,970)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,294 miles
    Test number
    757246239038
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front has cut on side wall

  19. Pass73,324 miles (+11,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    73,324 miles
    Test number
    106217404300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass61,756 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,756 miles
    Test number
    348086433195
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail61,756 miles (+9,874)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,756 miles
    Test number
    225545733477
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass51,882 miles (+439)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,882 miles
    Test number
    837162162051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail51,443 miles (+10,271)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,443 miles
    Test number
    196948942424
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  24. Pass41,172 miles (+9,374)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    41,172 miles
    Test number
    387886341060
    • NoteNearside rear nail in tyre.

  25. Pass31,798 miles (+3,264)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,798 miles
    Test number
    430125130085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,534 miles
    Test number
    781163169064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK06 OTB

Does LK06 OTB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK06 OTB expired on 10 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK06 OTB?
The MOT on LK06 OTB expired on 10 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK06 OTB done?
LK06 OTB was recorded at 147,477 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 6,955 miles a year.
Has LK06 OTB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK06 OTB has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LK06 OTB 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 LK06 OTB find?
LK06 OTB failed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects and 2 advisories: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; front brakes imbalanced across an axle axle 1; nearside front bumper insecure, and 11 more.

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