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BG56 XTF

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

155,214 mi
Last recorded155,214 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 XTF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 155,214 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2026 155,214 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 149,603 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 149,603 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 144,574 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 140,829 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 137,163 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 131,577 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 123,292 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsf & osf|(inner) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsr & osr(inner) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nsf & osf(reduced damping effect) (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Mar 2020 123,211 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsf & osf|(inner) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nsr & osr(inner) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nsf & osf(reduced damping effect) (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 117,550 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect o/s n/s (5.3.2 (b))

brake pad wear sensor light illuminated

Pass 13 Sep 2017 110,941 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 98,189 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 13 Sep 2016 98,098 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 83,170 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 78,163 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 68,256 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 59,967 miles

handbrake travel. small stone chip in zone "a", within limits.

Pass 27 Jul 2012 58,748 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 47,065 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 35,355 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 22,281 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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BG56 XTF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BG56 XTF, 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 BG56 XTF registered?

BG56 XTF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is BG56 XTF safe to buy?

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