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BD56 URH

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

156,873 mi
Last recorded156,873 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 URH
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 156,873 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 151,313 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Park brake lever travel needs adjustment

Pass 3 Jul 2022 148,015 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 143,554 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 138,890 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 138,885 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside and offside front lower arm bushes deteriorated

Pass 16 Aug 2019 131,426 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 117,954 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 104,723 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 94,548 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 84,185 miles

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)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 77,547 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 69,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2013 69,516 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jan 2013 67,697 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 61,760 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2011 56,916 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2010 52,107 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s reverse light not working.

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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BD56 URH is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey 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 BD56 URH, 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.

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What year was BD56 URH registered?

BD56 URH is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is BD56 URH safe to buy?

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