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A1 GNL

2006 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

132,842 mi
Last recorded132,842 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 GNL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 132,842 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 130,352 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 127,374 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 122,751 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 119,959 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 116,707 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 114,004 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 107,176 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 101,213 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 95,018 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 95,018 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2015 87,209 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 81,423 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 74,719 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 74,719 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 67,762 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 59,813 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 59,813 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 50,537 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 42,880 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 42,878 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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A1 GNL is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel 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 A1 GNL, 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 A1 GNL registered?

A1 GNL is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is A1 GNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 GNL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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