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AJ06 VSC

2006 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,959 mi
Last recorded55,959 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 55,959 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 55,959 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 55,076 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 54,095 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 52,031 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 48,608 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 45,266 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 41,362 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 38,167 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 35,326 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 10 Jun 2011 31,113 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 26,563 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 21,310 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 VSC is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VSC, 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 VSC registered?

AJ06 VSC is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 26 May 2006.

Is AJ06 VSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ06 VSC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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