2006 BMW X3 3.0L Diesel · LD06 GZV
2006 BMW X3 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 16 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 111,850 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW X3
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,850 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LD06 GZV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2026
- 111,850 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LD06 GZV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 BMW X3 (LD06 GZV) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”.
LD06 GZV Mileage History
- 25/07/202389,573 mi
- 16/07/202494,618 mi+5,045 mi
- 21/07/2025100,057 mi+5,439 mi
- 29/07/2025100,112 mi+55 mi
- 07/07/2026111,850 mi+11,738 mi
Average of roughly 7,547 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for BMW X3 (E83)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Rear Coil Springs SnappingModerate
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