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A12 FMX

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

139,398 mi
Last recorded139,398 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 FMX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 139,398 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 135,439 miles

Coolant leak from lower radiator area

Front & Rear registration plate central spacing outside of normal parameters but inside of permitted specifications for MOT test

Nearside Front Tyre showing damage to outer sidewall but not exposing cord/ply

Nearside Rear Tyre showing damage to outer sidewall but not exposing cord/ply

Offside Rear Tyre showing damage to outer sidewall but not exposing cord/ply

Oil leak from front of engine

Rear registration plate deteriorating but not likely to be misread

Fail 3 Aug 2020 135,433 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak from lower radiator area

Front & Rear registration plate central spacing outside of normal parameters but inside of permitted specifications for MOT test

Nearside Front Tyre showing damage to outer sidewall but not exposing cord/ply

Nearside Rear Tyre showing damage to outer sidewall but not exposing cord/ply

Offside Rear Tyre showing damage to outer sidewall but not exposing cord/ply

Oil leak from front of engine

Rear registration plate deteriorating but not likely to be misread

Pass 31 Jul 2019 130,743 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Jul 2019 130,743 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 123,275 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 123,273 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 115,581 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 115,581 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 107,247 miles

offside parking brake slightly low effort

Fail 26 Jul 2016 107,198 miles

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

offside parking brake slightly low effort

Pass 4 Aug 2015 97,639 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 93,045 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 93,038 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 5 Sep 2013 90,928 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 90,928 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 85,871 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 84,024 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 70,527 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 44,712 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 44,712 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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A12 FMX is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2006 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 87,989 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 FMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A12 FMX registered?

A12 FMX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is A12 FMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 FMX shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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