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EF06 CUU

2006 BMW M3

Blue Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

38,913 mi
Last recorded38,913 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW M358,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 CUU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 38,913 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 38,899 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 38,888 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 38,876 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 38,865 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 38,775 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 38,765 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 38,708 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 38,691 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 38,431 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 37,120 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

T P S light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal slightly perished

slight oil leak from rear diff area

Fail 12 Jun 2015 37,120 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

T P S light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel cap seal slightly perished

slight oil leak from rear diff area

Pass 18 Jun 2014 36,535 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2013 35,899 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 35,312 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 May 2011 33,997 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 32,072 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 32,071 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 28 May 2009 24,619 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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EF06 CUU is a 2006 BMW M3 in Blue with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 EF06 CUU, 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 EF06 CUU?

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What year was EF06 CUU registered?

EF06 CUU is a 2006 BMW M3, first registered on 30 May 2006.

Is EF06 CUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF06 CUU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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