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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LT06 MDEMOT history

LT06 MDE is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 105,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

LT06 MDE blue 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 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,544 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT06 MDE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT06 MDE was last recorded at 105,544 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 8,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,400 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,144 miles
Average per year
4,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,544 miles
  • 2025 – 97,400 miles
  • 2024 – 88,884 miles
  • 2022 – 87,316 miles
  • 2021 – 85,384 miles
  • 2020 – 84,238 miles
  • 2019 – 83,492 miles
  • 2018 – 82,326 miles
  • 2017 – 81,056 miles
  • 2016 – 79,853 miles
  • 2015 – 79,019 miles
  • 2014 – 78,008 miles
  • 2013 – 76,271 miles
  • 2012 – 64,265 miles
  • 2011 – 53,651 miles
  • 2010 – 41,605 miles
  • 2009 – 28,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,544 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all perishing between tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,544 miles (+8,144)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,544 miles
    Test number
    740084039056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass97,400 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    97,400 miles
    Test number
    860192945583
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail97,400 miles (+8,516)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,400 miles
    Test number
    791602666519
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass88,884 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    88,884 miles
    Test number
    948026341359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail88,884 miles (+1,568)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,884 miles
    Test number
    395530169429
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass87,316 miles (+1,932)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    87,316 miles
    Test number
    659738648257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,384 miles (+1,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    85,384 miles
    Test number
    415272125050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass84,238 miles (+746)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,238 miles
    Test number
    375306985437
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass83,492 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    83,492 miles
    Test number
    467186084581
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail83,483 miles (+1,157)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,483 miles
    Test number
    725313731628
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass82,326 miles (+1,270)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,326 miles
    Test number
    793012436409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,056 miles (+1,203)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    81,056 miles
    Test number
    458873775039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,853 miles (+834)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    79,853 miles
    Test number
    505835083098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,019 miles (+1,011)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,019 miles
    Test number
    749009495067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,008 miles (+1,737)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    275950724476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    76,271 miles
    Test number
    456439553053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,271 miles (+12,006)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,271 miles
    Test number
    165338253424
    • 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)

  18. Pass64,265 miles (+10,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,265 miles
    Test number
    518093772066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass53,651 miles (+12,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    53,651 miles
    Test number
    668459761024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass41,605 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    41,605 miles
    Test number
    101886870467
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  21. Fail41,605 miles (+12,800)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,605 miles
    Test number
    370656770063
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  22. Pass28,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,805 miles
    Test number
    954427389049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT06 MDE

Does LT06 MDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT06 MDE is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT06 MDE?
The MOT on LT06 MDE is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT06 MDE done?
LT06 MDE was recorded at 105,544 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 4,575 miles a year.
Has LT06 MDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT06 MDE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LT06 MDE 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 LT06 MDE find?
LT06 MDE passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side, and 4 more.

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