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AG56 OHB

2006 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

93,493 mi
Last recorded93,493 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG56 OHB
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 93,493 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 93,242 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 93,006 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 91,514 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 89,209 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 89,209 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 77,355 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2017 69,939 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 63,687 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2016 63,687 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2015 55,109 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 49,687 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 46,754 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 42,190 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 36,541 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 29,282 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 23,755 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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AG56 OHB is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AG56 OHB, 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

How do I check the history of AG56 OHB?

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What year was AG56 OHB registered?

AG56 OHB is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is AG56 OHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG56 OHB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AG56 OHB have outstanding finance?

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