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AJ56 EFE

2006 BMW 3 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

239,450 mi
Last recorded239,450 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 EFE
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 239,450 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 239,450 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 236,651 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 218,183 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 211,716 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 203,726 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 194,967 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 194,966 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 186,250 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 175,713 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 175,703 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 164,928 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre split on inner sidewall

Pass 29 Sep 2015 156,415 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 145,332 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 144,109 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 138,281 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 117,151 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 111,036 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 86,024 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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AJ56 EFE is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AJ56 EFE, 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 AJ56 EFE registered?

AJ56 EFE is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 13 November 2006.

Is AJ56 EFE safe to buy?

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