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BMW 3 Series

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LS06 JKUMOT history

LS06 JKU is a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 312,407 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LS06 JKU red 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 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
312,407 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS06 JKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS06 JKU was last recorded at 312,407 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 4,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
308,081 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,326 miles
Average per year
12,893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 312,407 miles
  • 2025 – 308,081 miles
  • 2024 – 285,664 miles
  • 2023 – 271,072 miles
  • 2022 – 261,106 miles
  • 2021 – 242,906 miles
  • 2020 – 234,093 miles
  • 2019 – 219,012 miles
  • 2018 – 211,064 miles
  • 2017 – 189,061 miles
  • 2016 – 172,740 miles
  • 2015 – 164,144 miles
  • 2014 – 141,485 miles
  • 2012 – 129,220 miles
  • 2011 – 109,391 miles
  • 2010 – 101,187 miles
  • 2009 – 89,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass312,407 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass312,407 miles (+4,326)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    312,407 miles
    Test number
    418229254034
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass308,081 miles (+22,417)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    308,081 miles
    Test number
    132712962520
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass285,664 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    285,664 miles
    Test number
    647854582946
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NOT EXCESSIVE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail285,656 miles (+14,584)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    285,656 miles
    Test number
    259137201929
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass271,072 miles (+9,966)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    271,072 miles
    Test number
    356161317702
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass261,106 miles (+18,200)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    261,106 miles
    Test number
    418120790989
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both osf/nsf (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both osr/nsr (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring worn both coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass242,906 miles (+8,813)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    242,906 miles
    Test number
    917305824261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass234,093 miles (+15,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    234,093 miles
    Test number
    197490537535
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass219,012 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    219,012 miles
    Test number
    530164634387
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail219,012 miles (+7,948)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,012 miles
    Test number
    690978349159
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass211,064 miles (+22,003)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    211,064 miles
    Test number
    944900561000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass189,061 miles (+16,321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    189,061 miles
    Test number
    249717198592
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass172,740 miles (+8,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    172,740 miles
    Test number
    716332269238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass164,144 miles (+22,659)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    164,144 miles
    Test number
    426946705209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass141,485 miles (+12,265)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    141,485 miles
    Test number
    238135324032
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edge

  16. Pass129,220 miles (+9,405)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    129,220 miles
    Test number
    866613262390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass119,815 miles (+10,424)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    119,815 miles
    Test number
    809253612046
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass109,391 miles (+8,204)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    109,391 miles
    Test number
    455424311014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass101,187 miles (+11,924)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    101,187 miles
    Test number
    711375220013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass89,263 miles (+798)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    89,263 miles
    Test number
    461459749164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail88,465 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,465 miles
    Test number
    540903649161
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LS06 JKU

Does LS06 JKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS06 JKU is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS06 JKU?
The MOT on LS06 JKU is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS06 JKU done?
LS06 JKU was recorded at 312,407 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 12,893 miles a year.
Has LS06 JKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS06 JKU has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LS06 JKU 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 LS06 JKU find?
LS06 JKU passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip; brake hose slightly deteriorated all; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms, and 5 more.

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