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2006 BMW 320D M Sport Touring 2.0L Heavy oil · LJ56 ULP

LJ56 ULP

2006 BMW 320D M Sport Touring (2.0L, heavy oil). First registered 15 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 163,806 miles. MOT valid until 01 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
BMW 320D M SPORT TOURING
Year / Origin
2006 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 01 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Untaxed (01 Nov 2022)
Recorded Mileage
163,806 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required
Fuel & Engine
HEAVY OIL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

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
Valid
Valid until 01 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2022
Fuel Type
HEAVY OIL
Year
2006
Engine
1995cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent MOT test in February 2026 at 163,806 miles. While a failure was recorded on 30 January 2026 at just three miles prior mileage, the immediate pass four days later suggests a minor or consumable-related defect that was rectified quickly rather than a deep-seated mechanical failure. The overall maintenance trend appears consistent, as the car has maintained clean records without recurring structural or major mechanical defects across the documented inspections. At 163,806 miles over approximately twenty years, the vehicle averages roughly 8,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for its age. There is a significant gap in the data between November 2019 and January 2026, during which the vehicle covered approximately 35,000 miles. This period shows consistent use without long periods of neglect. The lack of recorded advisories in the 2017 through 2019 tests indicates that the previous owners were likely addressing components requiring immediate attention during that window of lower-mileage operation. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the chassis and undercarriage, as the age and mileage of this BMW generation often lead to corrosion on the subframe and rear mounting points. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers is necessary to ensure there is no excessive perished rubber. The buyer should also inspect for signs of oil leaks around the turbocharger and injectors, as the MOT record does not capture internal engine health or fluid loss issues. The clean 2026 result provides a baseline level of confidence in the structural integrity and primary safety systems of the vehicle.
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LJ56 ULP Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2026
  • 163,806 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

LJ56 ULP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 07:11
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 BMW 320D M Sport Touring (LJ56 ULP) between January 2026 and February 2026.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 02 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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FAIL
ADVISORY

LJ56 ULP Mileage History

  1. 30/01/2026163,803 mi
  2. 02/02/2026163,806 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 360 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (50%)
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Outstanding recall notice
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