2006 BMW 3 Series 2.9L Diesel · YF06 BDO
2006 BMW 3 Series (2.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2006. Recorded mileage 96,549 miles. MOT valid until 20 May 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- BMW 3 SERIES
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,549 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YF06 BDO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 96,549 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YF06 BDO 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 (YF06 BDO) between May 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 12 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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.
YF06 BDO Mileage History
- 27/05/202284,401 mi
- 30/05/202387,001 mi+2,600 mi
- 30/05/202490,469 mi+3,468 mi
- 03/06/202593,560 mi+3,091 mi
- 22/05/202696,549 mi+2,989 mi
Average of roughly 3,047 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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