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AF06 EYV

2006 BMW X3

Red Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

214,115 mi
Last recorded214,115 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF06 EYV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 214,115 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 206,967 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 206,130 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2022 206,128 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 189,037 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 177,924 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 164,575 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 144,343 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 123,876 miles

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 15 Nov 2016 108,318 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 97,754 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 80,463 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 80,462 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 65,864 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 58,995 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 58,504 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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AF06 EYV is a 2006 BMW X3 in Red with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AF06 EYV, 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

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What year was AF06 EYV registered?

AF06 EYV is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is AF06 EYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF06 EYV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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