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AJ56 YKR

2006 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

139,112 mi
Last recorded139,112 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 YKR
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 139,112 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2019 137,127 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 137,126 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 134,362 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 151,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2016 133,254 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 128,711 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 112,227 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 111,852 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 100,819 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 100,819 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 91,077 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 80,023 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 61,957 miles

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

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

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 YKR is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YKR, 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.

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What year was AJ56 YKR registered?

AJ56 YKR is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 11 December 2006.

Is AJ56 YKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ56 YKR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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