2006 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · LP06 SMP
2006 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 177,824 miles. MOT valid until 05 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 177,824 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LP06 SMP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/02/2026
- 177,824 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LP06 SMP 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 3 Series (LP06 SMP) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
LP06 SMP Mileage History
- 24/02/2023168,795 mi
- 31/01/2024170,510 mi+1,715 mi
- 22/08/2024173,195 mi+2,685 mi
- 06/03/2025173,195 mi
- 25/02/2026177,824 mi+4,629 mi
Average of roughly 3,006 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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