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A13 XGR

2006 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

189,809 mi
Last recorded189,809 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 XGR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2019 189,809 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 189,806 miles

Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2018 185,632 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front fog light insecure

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush JUST PASSES. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear dampness around fuel tank .

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

parking brake warning light not working, suggest having this checked

Fail 29 Aug 2018 185,631 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view mirror glass (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front fog light insecure

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush JUST PASSES. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear dampness around fuel tank .

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear parking brake just passes min effort suggest having the brakes serviced

parking brake warning light not working, suggest having this checked

Pass 13 Jun 2017 179,447 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 179,446 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 May 2016 175,301 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 171,753 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 165,591 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Dec 2013 165,590 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2012 156,023 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front tyres diffrent size from rear

offside bonnet catch not locking but nearside is , suggest having it repaired

rear nearside number plate light getting dull

Pass 1 Jun 2011 147,811 miles

2nd bonnet catch stiff

wipes starting to smear

Pass 27 May 2010 120,024 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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 XGR is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XGR, 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.

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What year was A13 XGR registered?

A13 XGR is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 11 December 2006.

Is A13 XGR safe to buy?

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