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A7 MYU

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

118,509 mi
Last recorded118,509 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 MYU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 118,509 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 114,660 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 111,078 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Some small stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 107,759 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2x small ships zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2022 107,759 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2x small ships zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 100,974 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 100,874 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 96,309 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 90,545 miles

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

under trays/engine cover/sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2018 84,170 miles

Emissions too clean to measure

Front Registration plate delaminating but not likely to be misread

Plastic under trays, sill and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 75,269 miles

engine cover/under tray/sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2016 64,076 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 58,576 miles

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 23 Sep 2014 53,054 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 43,909 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 39,099 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 33,918 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 17 Apr 2010 30,994 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 25,183 miles

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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A7 MYU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A7 MYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A7 MYU?

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What year was A7 MYU registered?

A7 MYU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 6 March 2006.

Is A7 MYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 MYU 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.

Does A7 MYU have outstanding finance?

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