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BT06 MJT

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

132,203 mi
Last recorded132,203 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT06 MJT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 132,203 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

engine oil level close to minimum...

Fail 19 Oct 2023 132,183 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

engine oil level close to minimum...

Pass 3 Nov 2022 117,321 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 117,321 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 109,812 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 109,812 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 101,431 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 99,600 miles

Parking brake lever approaching full extent of travel, it would appear that adjustment is required soon.

Pass 6 Oct 2018 95,990 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2017 93,685 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 90,564 miles

Oil leak ()

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 9 Oct 2015 79,999 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2015 79,899 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 65,252 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jun 2013 58,970 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 58,970 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 20 Jul 2011 41,535 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 41,535 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 31,493 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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BT06 MJT is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BT06 MJT, 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 BT06 MJT registered?

BT06 MJT is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 2 August 2006.

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The MOT history for BT06 MJT shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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