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RV06 YDO

2006 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,169 mi
Last recorded91,169 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW M358,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV06 YDO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 91,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 88,733 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 82,412 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 77,558 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 76,691 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 76,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 73,105 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 69,479 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 69,196 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 68,399 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 64,107 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 61,331 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust clamp rusty and split but secure

Fail 18 Feb 2013 61,331 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust clamp rusty and split but secure

Pass 23 Feb 2012 55,457 miles

front brake discs are worn and lipped

front brake pads are worn close to wear sensor

Pass 23 Feb 2011 49,823 miles

front brake discs are worn

Fail 18 Feb 2011 49,822 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs are worn

fuel cap seal is slightly perished

Pass 24 Feb 2010 44,073 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 36,915 miles

Wipers starting to smear

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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RV06 YDO 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 83.3%.

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 RV06 YDO, 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 RV06 YDO registered?

RV06 YDO is a 2006 BMW M3, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is RV06 YDO safe to buy?

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