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B13 HSS

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB13 HSS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026
Fail 28 Aug 2026

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

Pass 8 Aug 2025 172,147 miles

n/s headlamp cracked

Pass 10 Aug 2024 172,146 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 170,878 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 162,501 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 153,390 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 153,388 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2020 148,051 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 134,117 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 126,501 miles

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

Offside Front and both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 8 Jul 2016 117,188 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 117,188 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 108,272 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 96,644 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 96,644 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 81,141 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 62,677 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 50,984 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 42,060 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 28,437 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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B13 HSS is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 B13 HSS, 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 B13 HSS registered?

B13 HSS is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 15 June 2006.

Is B13 HSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B13 HSS shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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