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M346 UJL

2006 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

62,313 mi
Last recorded62,313 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW M358,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM346 UJL
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 62,313 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 61,500 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 60,654 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 60,400 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 59,908 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 59,908 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2021 59,203 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 59,101 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 57,477 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 55,044 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 53,154 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 51,122 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 47,872 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 44,472 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 39,182 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 32,822 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 23,269 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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M346 UJL is a 2006 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 M346 UJL, 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 M346 UJL?

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What year was M346 UJL registered?

M346 UJL is a 2006 BMW M3, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is M346 UJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M346 UJL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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