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BN06 VKZ

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

126,081 mi
Last recorded126,081 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN06 VKZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 126,081 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 105,099 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 87,913 miles

suspect d.p. filter as been removed

Pass 8 Jan 2014 72,123 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jan 2013 55,315 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 48,696 miles

Brake pad warning light on dash

Engine oil leak

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

TPC warning light on dash

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Both rear tyres worn very low on inner edges

Pass 10 Aug 2010 29,909 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 10 Aug 2010 29,909 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 15,404 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 13,439 miles

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

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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BN06 VKZ is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BN06 VKZ, 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 BN06 VKZ registered?

BN06 VKZ is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 22 March 2006.

Is BN06 VKZ safe to buy?

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