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AJ06 TVX

2006 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

115,287 mi
Last recorded115,287 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ06 TVX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 115,287 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 109,283 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 105,661 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened And rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin And rear both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 105,661 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened And rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin And rear both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 101,370 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 99,039 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 96,416 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 92,971 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 87,425 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2014 82,642 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 77,946 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 72,849 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 72,034 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 57,885 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 43,709 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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AJ06 TVX is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AJ06 TVX, 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 AJ06 TVX registered?

AJ06 TVX is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 May 2006.

Is AJ06 TVX safe to buy?

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