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WK56 UGO

2006 Bmw 3 Series · Petrol · 2979cc

Black Registered in Truro, West of England · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeBmw
Model3 Series
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine2979cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2006 Bmw 3 Series Petrol 2979cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 70,518 miles on the clock, averaging 6,339 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 3.0i engine is known for m54 3.0l (m54b30) and water pump and thermostat. Common Bmw 3 Series issues include rear subframe mount cracking (racp failure) and front lower control arm bushings.

MOT & Mileage History for WK56 UGO

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,518
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2009
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,339

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading70,518 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,863
Average per year6,339
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WK56 UGO 20k32k45k58k71k '09'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,518 miles
Since last MOT+7,863 miles
PASS
Mileage62,655 miles
Since last MOT+7,627 miles
PASS
Mileage55,028 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,028 miles
Since last MOT+9,622 miles
PASS
Mileage45,406 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,406 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,355 miles
Since last MOT+3,777 miles
PASS
Mileage41,578 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,576 miles
Since last MOT+10,234 miles
PASS
Mileage31,342 miles
Since last MOT+7,128 miles
PASS
Mileage24,214 miles
Since last MOT+4,623 miles
PASS
Mileage19,591 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,581 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Bmw 3 Series

These are the most commonly reported problems on Bmw 3 Series models (1998–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Rear Subframe Mount Cracking (RACP Failure)

Fatigue cracks develop at the mounting points due to corrosion and stress; BMW's foam injection "fix" often fails, leading to subframe tearing. Affects **ALL body styles** (saloon, estate, coupe, convertible). · Typical repair: £800-£2,000 (reinforcement plates + welding at indie BMW specialist; foam fix £300 but inadequate).

Front Lower Control Arm Bushings

Rubber cracks/splits, causing excessive movement. Affects **ALL body styles**. · Typical repair: £200-£400 (bush press + alignment at indie).

Window Regulators

Cables fray or pulleys break, jamming mechanism. Affects **ALL body styles** (worse on coupes/convertibles with frameless windows). · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + motor at indie).

Cooling System Leaks (Non-Engine Specific)

Plastic cracks from age/heat cycles; excludes water pump (engine-related). Affects **ALL body styles**. · Typical repair: £150-£350 (tank + hoses).

M54 3.0L (M54B30)

Water pump (engine-driven, plastic impeller type) and thermostat

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK56 UGO
MakeBmw
Model3 Series
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2979cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeWK — Truro, West of England
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About WK56 UGO

What car is WK56 UGO?

WK56 UGO is a black Bmw 3 Series, petrol (2979cc). First registered in Truro in 2006.

What is the mileage of WK56 UGO?

The last recorded mileage for WK56 UGO was 70,518 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WK56 UGO passed its MOT?

WK56 UGO has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2017.

Is WK56 UGO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WK56 UGO is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is WK56 UGO?

WK56 UGO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.