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BV06 OCL

2006 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,059 mi
Last recorded49,059 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW M358,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV06 OCL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 49,059 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 48,172 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 47,167 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 45,805 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 44,688 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 42,273 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 40,833 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 40,131 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 40,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 38,714 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2015 36,566 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 32,567 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 27,986 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 27,986 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 25,501 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 23,517 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 16,628 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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BV06 OCL is a 2006 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BV06 OCL, 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

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What year was BV06 OCL registered?

BV06 OCL is a 2006 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is BV06 OCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV06 OCL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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