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A13 HHN

2006 BMW 3 Series

Red Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

154,388 mi
Last recorded154,388 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 HHN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 154,388 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside front and nearside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 26 Feb 2026 154,388 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn marked with yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside front and nearside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 149,452 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 145,452 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 131,829 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 131,829 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 120,935 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 120,933 miles

Nearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 112,934 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 103,719 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 93,505 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 82,510 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 73,829 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2015 66,744 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 58,835 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2013 51,865 miles

o/s/r tyre near limit

Pass 31 May 2012 42,302 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 May 2012 42,302 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2011 34,537 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 26,743 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 20,130 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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A13 HHN is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Red with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 A13 HHN, 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 A13 HHN registered?

A13 HHN is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 May 2006.

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