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AD56 HZA

2006 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

121,960 mi
Last recorded121,960 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD56 HZA
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 121,960 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2025 121,959 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 114,878 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2023 108,122 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 99,232 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 89,475 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 80,581 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 71,669 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 62,228 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 52,773 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 51,936 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 50,813 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 50,169 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 48,657 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 48,657 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 47,955 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 47,214 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 47,214 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 43,922 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 38,414 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 38,414 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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AD56 HZA is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc 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 AD56 HZA, 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 AD56 HZA registered?

AD56 HZA is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is AD56 HZA safe to buy?

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