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SV56 LUD

2006 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,455 mi
Last recorded11,455 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW M358,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV56 LUD
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 11,455 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 11,337 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 11,114 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 10,722 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 6,933 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 6,864 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Jul 2015 6,864 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2014 6,568 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 5,972 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 5,388 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 4,929 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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SV56 LUD is a 2006 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SV56 LUD, 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 SV56 LUD?

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What year was SV56 LUD registered?

SV56 LUD is a 2006 BMW M3, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SV56 LUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV56 LUD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SV56 LUD have outstanding finance?

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