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BMW X3

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LS06 BKAMOT history

LS06 BKA is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 26 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 149,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2022.

LS06 BKA black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2023
Mileage
149,506 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS06 BKA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS06 BKA was last recorded at 149,506 miles on 10 Aug 2022, 5,145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jun 2015: 115,559 miles, lower than 119,495 miles on 3 Jun 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
144,361 miles · 9 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
5,145 miles
Average per year
7,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 149,506 miles
  • 2021 – 144,361 miles
  • 2020 – 136,399 miles
  • 2019 – 135,748 miles
  • 2018 – 134,520 miles
  • 2017 – 130,039 miles
  • 2016 – 120,767 miles
  • 2015 – 115,559 miles
  • 2014 – 105,405 miles
  • 2013 – 93,630 miles
  • 2012 – 84,746 miles
  • 2011 – 70,068 miles
  • 2010 – 56,529 miles
  • 2009 – 45,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,506 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake lever has slight travel
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass149,506 miles (+5,145)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    149,506 miles
    Test number
    952397966226
    • AdvisoryBrake lever has slight travel
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,361 miles (+7,962)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    144,361 miles
    Test number
    103882020536
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake needs slight adjustment

  3. Pass136,399 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    136,399 miles
    Test number
    712299214465
    • 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))

  4. Fail136,376 miles (+628)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,376 miles
    Test number
    160134704772
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  5. Pass135,748 miles (+1,228)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    135,748 miles
    Test number
    969196308249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass134,520 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    134,520 miles
    Test number
    235308094581
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail134,513 miles (+4,474)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,513 miles
    Test number
    724015038639
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass130,039 miles (+9,272)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    130,039 miles
    Test number
    192692359527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,767 miles (+5,208)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    120,767 miles
    Test number
    683812169464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,559 miles (-3,936)4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,559 miles
    Test number
    679912765183
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on the outer edge
    • NoteOffsdide and nearside rear tyres are worn on the inner edge

  11. Fail119,495 miles (+14,090)2 failures5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,495 miles
    Test number
    759894955100
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on the outer edge
    • NoteOffsdide and nearside rear tyres are worn on the inner edge

  12. Pass105,405 miles (+3)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    105,405 miles
    Test number
    199156834107
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail105,402 miles (+11,772)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,402 miles
    Test number
    955473334119
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass93,630 miles (+8,884)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,630 miles
    Test number
    476547733178
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNSR shock absorber beginning to weap
    • NoteOSF tyre sidewall has minor damage.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass84,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    84,746 miles
    Test number
    318687012178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail84,746 miles (+14,678)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,746 miles
    Test number
    216876812117
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  17. Pass70,068 miles (+13,539)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,068 miles
    Test number
    729055521129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,529 miles (+11,042)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    56,529 miles
    Test number
    761072930171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass45,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    45,487 miles
    Test number
    601350849132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS06 BKA

Does LS06 BKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS06 BKA expired on 9 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS06 BKA?
The MOT on LS06 BKA expired on 9 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS06 BKA done?
LS06 BKA was recorded at 149,506 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2022, an average of 7,866 miles a year.
Has LS06 BKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS06 BKA has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on LS06 BKA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS06 BKA find?
LS06 BKA passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2022 with 5 advisories: brake lever has slight travel; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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