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AJ56 YLC

2006 BMW 3 Series

Silver Diesel 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

182,400 mi
Last recorded182,400 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 YLC
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 182,400 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 164,389 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 146,962 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 146,673 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 144,354 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 144,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall also split exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 140,342 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewalls cut

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 136,387 miles

damage in swept area of windscreen

front brake hoses deteriorating

Pass 1 Dec 2015 124,626 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyre valves perishing

tyre side walls cut / scuffed

Pass 6 Dec 2014 108,504 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

damage in swept area of windscreen

offside rear tyre low inside edge

Fail 5 Dec 2014 108,493 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

damage in swept area of windscreen

offside rear tyre low inside edge

Pass 10 Dec 2013 92,903 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 11 Dec 2012 80,098 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs slightly lipped

small chip in windscreen

Fail 11 Dec 2012 80,098 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake discs slightly lipped

small chip in windscreen

Pass 22 Nov 2011 69,981 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)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 59,673 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 52,457 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 YLC is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Silver with a 2,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 YLC, 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 YLC registered?

AJ56 YLC is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is AJ56 YLC safe to buy?

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