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AF06 JKU

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

173,020 mi
Last recorded173,020 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF06 JKU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 173,020 miles

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

various components corroded

Fail 1 Jun 2026 173,018 miles

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

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

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

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

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

various components corroded

Pass 6 May 2025 169,557 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2025 169,555 miles

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

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 158,820 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 158,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 150,778 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 150,778 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2021 149,380 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 149,380 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 148,333 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 146,617 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 146,617 miles

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 142,273 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 136,049 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 136,046 miles

coil spring broken both rear (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2016 125,986 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2015 112,831 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 103,403 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 May 2014 115,117 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2013 94,526 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 81,834 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 70,932 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 70,932 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 58,514 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 58,418 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 45,390 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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AF06 JKU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 AF06 JKU, 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 JKU registered?

AF06 JKU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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