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AF56 LJC

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

160,754 mi
Last recorded160,754 miles
Recorded on1 May 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 LJC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2020 160,754 miles
Fail 1 May 2020 160,754 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 155,368 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 148,195 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 135,037 miles

sequaking noise on suspension

Pass 3 Sep 2015 116,292 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 106,457 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 994,413 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 90,746 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 90,716 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2011 82,111 miles

Offside Front Brake pedal fouling on other parts of the vehicle (3.3.A.4)

rear wiper blade worn and split

Pass 8 Sep 2011 82,111 miles

rear wiper blade worn and split

Pass 9 Sep 2010 72,962 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 62,391 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)

Fail 3 Sep 2009 65,286 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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)

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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AF56 LJC is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 AF56 LJC, 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 AF56 LJC registered?

AF56 LJC is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 12 September 2006.

Is AF56 LJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 LJC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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