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BW55 UCX

2006 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,704 mi
Last recorded144,704 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW M358,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW55 UCX
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 144,704 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2026 144,704 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 140,708 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 139,922 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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BW55 UCX is a 2006 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 BW55 UCX, 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 BW55 UCX?

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What year was BW55 UCX registered?

BW55 UCX is a 2006 BMW M3, first registered on 18 January 2006.

Is BW55 UCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW55 UCX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BW55 UCX have outstanding finance?

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