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BO55 DTX

2006 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

49,079 mi
Last recorded49,079 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW M358,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO55 DTX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 49,079 miles

Rear exhaust joints damage

There's an outstanding recall on BMW M3 BO55DTX

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

Pass 21 May 2025 45,403 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 42,249 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 42,211 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 42,200 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 42,065 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 41,892 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 41,538 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 40,890 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 39,806 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 38,993 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 34,878 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 30,081 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 25,091 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 19,622 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 15,752 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 12,969 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 10,445 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 10,444 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 8,619 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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BO55 DTX is a 2006 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2006 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 58,458 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BO55 DTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 20 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BO55 DTX?

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What year was BO55 DTX registered?

BO55 DTX is a 2006 BMW M3, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is BO55 DTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO55 DTX shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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