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BU56 ZDT

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

156,010 mi
Last recorded156,010 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 ZDT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2021 156,010 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front both sides all suspension arms slightly corroded

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

parking brake reserve travel just met

Pass 8 Sep 2020 143,779 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 143,775 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 132,483 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 117,206 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 106,679 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 103,436 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 97,597 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 90,919 miles

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

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 2 Sep 2013 78,379 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 65,860 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 58,258 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 46,004 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 34,716 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 34,716 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BU56 ZDT is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BU56 ZDT, 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 BU56 ZDT registered?

BU56 ZDT is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is BU56 ZDT safe to buy?

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