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9 OE

2006 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,037 mi
Last recorded66,037 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration9 OE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 66,037 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 61,750 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

rusting to rear shock absorber upper shafts

Pass 29 Nov 2023 59,188 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Nov 2023 59,161 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 94,275 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner edge both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 56,939 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner edge both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 50,387 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner edges both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2020 49,042 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 47,590 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 45,207 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 41,942 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 38,912 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 35,931 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 33,234 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 30,710 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 26,172 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 21,153 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 15,733 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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9 OE is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 9 OE, 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

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What year was 9 OE registered?

9 OE is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is 9 OE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 9 OE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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