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GH05 TAD

2006 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

32,192 mi
Last recorded32,192 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW M358,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGH05 TAD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 32,192 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 32,189 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 32,188 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 32,168 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 31,945 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 31,725 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 31,589 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 31,589 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 31,449 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 31,327 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 31,243 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 30,786 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 28,912 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 27,035 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 24,729 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 22,928 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 20,764 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 17,844 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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GH05 TAD is a 2006 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GH05 TAD, 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 GH05 TAD registered?

GH05 TAD is a 2006 BMW M3, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is GH05 TAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GH05 TAD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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