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5 UDX

2006 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,451 mi
Last recorded60,451 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5 UDX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2025 60,451 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 58,947 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 57,292 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 51,171 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 49,942 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 49,784 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 47,216 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 44,682 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 43,243 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 41,200 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 39,415 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 34,782 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 33,068 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 31,648 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 28,862 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 26,217 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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5 UDX is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 89,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 5 UDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 5 UDX?

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What year was 5 UDX registered?

5 UDX is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is 5 UDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5 UDX shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 5 UDX have outstanding finance?

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