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AJ06 TWD

2006 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

175,165 mi
Last recorded175,165 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ06 TWD
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 175,165 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 170,629 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025 170,627 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to tyre (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jan 2024 158,037 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 145,021 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 130,780 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor stone chips throughout screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Wear/stretch marks on hose (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Wear/stretch marks on hose (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 130,780 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor stone chips throughout screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Wear/stretch marks on hose (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Wear/stretch marks on hose (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 116,608 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 112,761 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 106,616 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 98,596 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2015 93,400 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 91,237 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 89,302 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 87,101 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 85,137 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 83,154 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 TWD is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Silver 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 AJ06 TWD, 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 TWD registered?

AJ06 TWD is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 5 June 2006.

Is AJ06 TWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ06 TWD 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.

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