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AY06 NFN

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

132,240 mi
Last recorded132,240 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY06 NFN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 132,240 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 132,227 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 125,901 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 123,699 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 114,604 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 111,679 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 109,576 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 105,377 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 100,555 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 96,238 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 91,938 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 84,109 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 69,761 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2012 54,250 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too clean for test

Pass 21 Oct 2011 41,317 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 30,125 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 26,190 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 18,834 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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AY06 NFN 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 AY06 NFN, 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 AY06 NFN registered?

AY06 NFN is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 21 April 2006.

Is AY06 NFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY06 NFN 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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