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AJ06 VPP

2006 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,282 mi
Last recorded129,282 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ06 VPP
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2014 129,282 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2013 118,679 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2012 107,096 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear propshaft yolk split

Pass 23 Mar 2011 85,703 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Apr 2010 70,197 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 57,446 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

anti-skid warning lamp on

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 VPP is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VPP, 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 VPP registered?

AJ06 VPP is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 12 June 2006.

Is AJ06 VPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ06 VPP shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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