2006 BMW 3 Series 2.0L Diesel · LU06 MLE
2006 BMW 3 Series (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2006. Recorded mileage 127,735 miles. MOT expired on 26 May 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 May 2024
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (23 Feb 2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,735 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial 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.
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LU06 MLE Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 18/05/2023
- 127,735 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LU06 MLE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 BMW 3 Series (LU06 MLE) between May 2022 and May 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 May 2023 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 (7 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
LU06 MLE Mileage History
- 28/05/2022117,553 mi
- 18/05/2023127,735 mi+10,182 mi
- 18/05/2023127,735 mi
Average of roughly 10,479 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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