2006 BMW 3 Series 3.0L Diesel · VU06 GCK
2006 BMW 3 Series (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2006. Recorded mileage 185,270 miles. MOT valid until 21/10/2026. Taxed until 01/10/2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/10/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 185,270 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- 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.
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 2993cc
VU06 GCK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2025
- 185,270 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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VU06 GCK Mileage History
- 23/10/2023173,950 mi
- 11/10/2024179,715 mi+5,765 mi
- 21/10/2024179,896 mi+181 mi
- 09/10/2025185,268 mi+5,372 mi
- 09/10/2025185,270 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 5,767 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VU06 GCK 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 (VU06 GCK) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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: “Brake performance unable to be tested Loose pad. (1.2.1 (g))”; “Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Brake pad detached backing. (1.1.13 (c))”; “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”.
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