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BK56 GRX

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,382 mi
Last recorded122,382 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 GRX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 122,382 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 21 Jan 2021 120,841 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 20 Jan 2020 117,931 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 16 Jan 2019 116,127 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

rear wiper blade split

Fail 16 Jan 2019 116,127 miles

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

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

rear wiper blade split

Pass 22 Jan 2018 114,731 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 18 Jan 2018 114,728 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 5 Jan 2017 112,091 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 80,974 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 80,974 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 66,171 miles

emissions too low to test

Fail 16 Dec 2013 66,150 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

emissions too low to test

Pass 12 Dec 2012 52,286 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2011 45,857 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2011 41,871 miles

N/S/R parking brake effort low

Pass 15 Feb 2010 30,984 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside and offside rear tyres close to wear markers

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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BK56 GRX is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK56 GRX, 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

How do I check the history of BK56 GRX?

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What year was BK56 GRX registered?

BK56 GRX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is BK56 GRX safe to buy?

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