The road tax status for DG56 BAD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for DG56 BAD?

The MOT for DG56 BAD is valid and due for renewal on or before 3 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of DG56 BAD?

The recorded mileage for DG56 BAD is 221,862 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is DG56 BAD ULEZ compliant?

No, DG56 BAD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does DG56 BAD have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, DG56 BAD is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Outstanding Recall

2006 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · DG56 BAD

DG56 BAD

2006 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28/09/2006. Recorded mileage 221,862 miles. MOT valid until 03/04/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 2006 · Chester
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 03/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 221,862 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status

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Valid until 03/04/2027

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Mileage: 221,862 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2006
Engine: 1995cc

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DG56 BAD Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 03/04/2026
221,862 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Good

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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DG56 BAD Mileage History

25/03/2022189,306 mi
24/03/2023203,705 mi+14,399 mi
05/04/2024216,629 mi+12,924 mi
03/04/2025221,225 mi+4,596 mi
03/04/2026221,862 mi+637 mi

Average of roughly 8,090 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DG56 BAD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 09:08

MOT Analysis

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 3 Series (DG56 BAD) between March 2022 and April 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 20 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 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.

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