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AF56 PZD

2006 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

87,799 mi
Last recorded87,799 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 PZD
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 87,799 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 75,775 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 70,855 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close to limit, this tyre worn to 2mm limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 67,003 miles

small cut in n/s rear tyre tread

Pass 29 Aug 2013 62,363 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 56,231 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 48,058 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 41,972 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 31,101 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 31,002 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 PZD is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AF56 PZD, 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 PZD registered?

AF56 PZD is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is AF56 PZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 PZD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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