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BF06 NZM

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

159,096 mi
Last recorded159,096 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF06 NZM
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 159,096 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 156,156 miles

Rear subframe has some corrosion

Pass 31 Mar 2022 152,928 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 149,754 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 149,739 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 143,082 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 129,908 miles

Front wiper mechanism loose at bulkhead

Pass 27 Mar 2017 117,406 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Mar 2016 106,290 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 93,675 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 93,675 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 27 Mar 2014 78,422 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 78,422 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 64,126 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing on edges

rear tyres wearing on inside

Pass 24 Mar 2012 60,308 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 60,297 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 50,881 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 37,359 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

no emissions detected

Pass 9 Mar 2009 23,077 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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BF06 NZM is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BF06 NZM, 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 BF06 NZM registered?

BF06 NZM is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 10 March 2006.

Is BF06 NZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF06 NZM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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