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AG56 PYZ

2006 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

132,653 mi
Last recorded132,653 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG56 PYZ
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 132,653 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 132,653 miles

Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 128,945 miles

Nearside Front fog light damaged and not working

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

reverse light not working

Fail 29 Sep 2020 128,945 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front fog light damaged and not working

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

reverse light not working

Pass 25 Sep 2019 124,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong adv worn heavily on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damaged and worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong adv worn heavily on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong adv on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

adv reverse lights not working

Fail 25 Sep 2019 124,695 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong adv worn heavily on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall damaged and worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong adv worn heavily on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong adv on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

adv reverse lights not working

Pass 26 Sep 2018 118,470 miles

wipers worn but clearing screen

Fail 26 Sep 2018 118,470 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

wipers worn but clearing screen

Pass 27 Sep 2017 114,192 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 110,708 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 110,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 107,042 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 100,726 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2013 82,272 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 63,199 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 43,792 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 38,639 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 29,941 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 PYZ is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 AG56 PYZ, 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.

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What year was AG56 PYZ registered?

AG56 PYZ is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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