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AD56 HZJ

2006 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,529 mi
Last recorded73,529 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 73,529 miles

Fuel cap seal slightly perished

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 68,352 miles

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

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

some upper and lower level components covered obscuring some testable items

Pass 18 Dec 2018 62,230 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav/phone holder ? ()

Fail 18 Dec 2018 62,230 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits engine has a misfire when cold (8.2.1.2 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav/phone holder ? ()

Pass 23 Nov 2017 52,454 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened ???? (3.5.1n)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 42,475 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 36,160 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 31,738 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 27,129 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 22,355 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 18,242 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 14,318 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 10,970 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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AD56 HZJ is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HZJ, 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 HZJ registered?

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

Is AD56 HZJ safe to buy?

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