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SP06 HUO

2006 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

64,718 mi
Last recorded64,718 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW M358,458 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP06 HUO
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 64,718 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2026 64,715 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Central Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system X2 to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2025 59,369 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 56,320 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 54,940 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 52,783 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 52,368 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 52,363 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 51,332 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 50,537 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 44,082 miles

slight play in steering arms

Pass 2 May 2015 39,109 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 3 May 2014 34,695 miles

offside front tyre wall damaged

Pass 20 Apr 2013 30,990 miles

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 21 Apr 2012 27,518 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 21,813 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 17,390 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 11,574 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 4,760 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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SP06 HUO is a 2006 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SP06 HUO, 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 SP06 HUO registered?

SP06 HUO is a 2006 BMW M3, first registered on 8 March 2006.

Is SP06 HUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP06 HUO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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