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AFZ 6335

2006 BMW 3 Series

Blue Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

111,537 mi
Last recorded111,537 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 6335
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 111,537 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 111,531 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 103,449 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 94,686 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2015 94,686 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2014 87,670 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 87,670 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 80,337 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 80,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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AFZ 6335 is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 AFZ 6335, 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 AFZ 6335 registered?

AFZ 6335 is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 March 2006.

Is AFZ 6335 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFZ 6335 shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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