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A10 TLU

2006 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,642 mi
Last recorded99,642 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 TLU
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 99,642 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 99,541 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 99,541 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 95,674 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 95,674 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2018 91,384 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 86,945 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 82,844 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 75,330 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 69,704 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 62,783 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 56,091 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 47,079 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 39,127 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 34,781 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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A10 TLU is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 A10 TLU, 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 A10 TLU registered?

A10 TLU is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 4 July 2006.

Is A10 TLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 TLU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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