P3D as a IFR training Supplement?

I used MSFS2002 to practice my Instrument check ride. 

I knew which airport I was heading to, and I practiced every approach available both at that airport and at nearby airports. I used every hard weather option, severe cross winds, partial panel to the point that NO approach would be legal except when declaring an emergency, compass approaches, down to minimums, etc. Every disaster I could contemplate for a checkride! LOL it was ridiculous what I put myself through. 

Then, when I showed up for the actual CR, it was almost boring. I felt like I cheated it was so easy. 

ANY simulator is good for practicing all this stuff. Know your stuff before hand, even if it isn't loggable sim time, it's head in the instruments time.