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AF56 PXN

2006 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,154 mi
Last recorded141,154 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 PXN
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 141,154 miles

Under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2017 130,278 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 130,278 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 115,617 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 115,617 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Jun 2015 107,027 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 107,027 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 95,642 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 81,434 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 69,756 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 69,756 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 59,839 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 59,839 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 45,898 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 34,250 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)

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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AF56 PXN is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF56 PXN, 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 AF56 PXN registered?

AF56 PXN is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is AF56 PXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 PXN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF56 PXN have outstanding finance?

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