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AD55 LDN

2006 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

277,147 mi
Last recorded277,147 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 LDN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 277,147 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 277,147 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 261,329 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 250,494 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 241,826 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 227,342 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 212,086 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 194,024 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 194,010 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel handbrake requires adjustment (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 178,924 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 168,729 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 161,042 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 150,786 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 137,619 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 124,409 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 115,210 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 115,210 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 104,758 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s rear tyre 3mm

o/s rear tyre 2.5mm

wear ridges on inner sides of front disc brakes

Fail 10 Feb 2009 104,757 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s rear tyre 3mm

o/s rear tyre 2.5mm

wear ridges on inner sides of front disc brakes

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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AD55 LDN is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AD55 LDN, 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

How do I check the history of AD55 LDN?

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What year was AD55 LDN registered?

AD55 LDN is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 February 2006.

Is AD55 LDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD55 LDN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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