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M3 VXJ

2006 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

120,799 mi
Last recorded120,799 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW M358,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 VXJ
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 120,799 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 120,224 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 119,191 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 117,972 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 117,397 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 116,760 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 115,965 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 115,451 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 114,958 miles
Pass 29 May 2017 113,688 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 111,264 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 111,264 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 107,762 miles

Cut in offside front tyre (not exposing cords)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 97,868 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 87,415 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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M3 VXJ is a 2006 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M3 VXJ, 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 M3 VXJ?

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What year was M3 VXJ registered?

M3 VXJ is a 2006 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is M3 VXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 VXJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M3 VXJ have outstanding finance?

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