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AA06 GLA

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

112,539 mi
Last recorded112,539 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA06 GLA
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2026 112,539 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted lining fractured (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted lining fractured (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached bolt lose (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2025 110,651 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 110,651 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 107,708 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 107,708 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 105,081 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2022 101,988 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 100,522 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2021 100,520 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 96,169 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 90,583 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undercovers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 26 Mar 2018 82,299 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 76,263 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 70,707 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 70,707 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 65,924 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 61,269 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 61,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 55,847 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 45,591 miles

full engine covers fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2011 35,909 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 29,215 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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AA06 GLA is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AA06 GLA, 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 AA06 GLA registered?

AA06 GLA is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is AA06 GLA safe to buy?

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