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AJ56 VHX

2006 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

129,104 mi
Last recorded129,104 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 VHX
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 129,104 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 122,542 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 108,082 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 100,675 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 93,875 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 93,875 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 81,767 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2014 69,608 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 56,386 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 51,829 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Feb 2013 51,829 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2012 44,384 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Tyre pressure monitering system light illuminated

Pass 15 Feb 2011 38,445 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 30,465 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 20,519 miles

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

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 VHX is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VHX, 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 VHX registered?

AJ56 VHX is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is AJ56 VHX safe to buy?

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