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AK06 EEF

2006 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

203,759 mi
Last recorded203,759 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW 3 Series89,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK06 EEF
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 203,759 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 199,988 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 194,250 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 191,065 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 187,687 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 183,577 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 179,546 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 177,019 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 171,955 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 169,321 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 161,991 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 153,807 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 146,559 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 133,404 miles

rear brake pads worn

Pass 19 Oct 2012 117,695 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing on edges

nearside rear tyre 3mm

Pass 21 Oct 2011 103,369 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 8 Sep 2010 85,035 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Mar 2009 54,027 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 54,006 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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AK06 EEF is a 2006 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AK06 EEF, 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 AK06 EEF registered?

AK06 EEF is a 2006 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 16 March 2006.

Is AK06 EEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK06 EEF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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