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AD56 XFL

2006 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

103,855 mi
Last recorded103,855 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD56 XFL
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 103,855 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 103,833 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 103,390 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 103,368 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 99,618 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 94,261 miles

Plastic under trays covering some components

Fail 10 Dec 2020 94,258 miles

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

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

Plastic under trays covering some components

Pass 27 Nov 2019 89,890 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2018 84,701 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 81,780 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Nov 2016 77,750 miles

Both rear bump stops perished

Front number plate cracked

OS outer door handle sticks

Offside Front Tyre outer sidewall damaged - unable to see cords

Fail 10 Nov 2016 77,750 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Both rear bump stops perished

Front number plate cracked

OS outer door handle sticks

Offside Front Tyre outer sidewall damaged - unable to see cords

Pass 20 Nov 2015 73,385 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 67,821 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Rear shock absorber bump stops perished

Pass 7 Nov 2013 62,419 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear shock absorber bump stops preished

n/s/f tyre bald on edges

o/s/f tyre bald on edges

Pass 8 Nov 2012 57,668 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 51,903 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 45,155 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 35,169 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 XFL is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,979cc petrol 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 AD56 XFL, 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 XFL registered?

AD56 XFL is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is AD56 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD56 XFL 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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