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LT06 OTU

2006 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,011 mi
Last recorded92,011 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW M358,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT06 OTU
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2021 92,011 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 91,995 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 91,835 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 91,468 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 91,101 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 90,358 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 87,988 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 84,021 miles

rear brake slight bind

Fail 1 Nov 2013 83,992 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 78,863 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 72,067 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 66,453 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 60,414 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 60,396 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 57,918 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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LT06 OTU is a 2006 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LT06 OTU, 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 LT06 OTU?

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What year was LT06 OTU registered?

LT06 OTU is a 2006 BMW M3, first registered on 7 March 2006.

Is LT06 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT06 OTU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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