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GY56 XRV

2006 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

55,434 mi
Last recorded55,434 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW M358,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 XRV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 55,434 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 54,945 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 54,474 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 54,311 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 54,029 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 53,805 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 53,399 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 52,579 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 51,101 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 49,582 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 46,223 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 41,310 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 33,512 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Sep 2012 28,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 28,721 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 24,132 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Sep 2010 19,687 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 15,125 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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GY56 XRV 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 GY56 XRV, 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 GY56 XRV?

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What year was GY56 XRV registered?

GY56 XRV is a 2006 BMW M3, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is GY56 XRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY56 XRV 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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