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BMW X3

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,490 cc

LK06 ULBMOT history

LK06 ULB is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 134,766 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

LK06 ULB black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
134,766 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK06 ULB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK06 ULB was last recorded at 134,766 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,752 miles · 15 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
6,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,766 miles
  • 2025 – 128,855 miles
  • 2024 – 122,983 miles
  • 2023 – 113,455 miles
  • 2021 – 100,432 miles
  • 2020 – 91,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,766 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBonnet struts weakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryEngine oil level above maximum markRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front head lamp lens misty due to age but doesnt effect beam image

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 15 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,766 miles (+14)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    134,766 miles
    Test number
    732880525123
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts weak
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level above maximum mark
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail134,752 miles (+5,897)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,752 miles
    Test number
    394195808436
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts weak
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level above maximum mark
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,855 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    128,855 miles
    Test number
    786719588917
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail128,818 miles (+5,835)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,818 miles
    Test number
    973244491146
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass122,983 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    122,983 miles
    Test number
    728309541393
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output lens oxidised (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail122,970 miles (+9,515)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,970 miles
    Test number
    716797133800
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TYRE HAS EXCESSIVE SIDE WALL DAMAGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TYRE SIDE WALL HAS EXCESSIVE SIDE WALL DAMAGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TYRE HAS EXCESSIVE SIDE WALL DAMAGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn LOWER (FRONT)SUSPENSION ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn LOWER (FRONT) SUSPENSION ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged TYRE SIDE WALL HAS SLIGHT DAMAGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass113,455 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    113,455 miles
    Test number
    353630781325
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both side (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail113,450 km (+7,309)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,450 km
    Test number
    334946349483
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both side (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass106,141 km
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,141 km
    Test number
    568496894074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass100,432 miles (+9,351)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    100,432 miles
    Test number
    126707927160
    • AdvisoryNSR AND OSF TYRE SLIGHT CUT ON WALL
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement SLIGHT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass91,081 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    91,081 miles
    Test number
    497039233165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head lamp lens misty due to age but doesnt effect beam image
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror complete does not stay in one position mechanism broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp misty due to age but does not effect beam image

  12. Fail91,081 miles2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,081 miles
    Test number
    737941415917
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head lamp lens misty due to age but doesnt effect beam image
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror complete does not stay in one position mechanism broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp misty due to age but does not effect beam image
    • AdvisoryTyre monitor ligth on dash but no tyres deflated

  13. Pass84,956 km
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    84,956 km
    Test number
    933443523527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,956 km2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,956 km
    Test number
    655349058742
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Questions about LK06 ULB

Does LK06 ULB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK06 ULB is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK06 ULB?
The MOT on LK06 ULB is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK06 ULB done?
LK06 ULB was recorded at 134,766 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 6,959 miles a year.
Has LK06 ULB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK06 ULB has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LK06 ULB 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 ULB find?
LK06 ULB passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose; bonnet struts weak; engine oil level above maximum mark, and 4 more.

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