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AF56 YCP

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

128,598 mi
Last recorded128,598 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 YCP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 128,598 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 123,938 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 118,994 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 112,564 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 104,329 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 96,729 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 89,582 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 82,315 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 75,152 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 67,840 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 60,997 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 54,374 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 49,005 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 48,927 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 44,269 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 39,389 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 33,781 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 26,355 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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AF56 YCP is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AF56 YCP, 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 YCP registered?

AF56 YCP is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is AF56 YCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 YCP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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