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BV56 YLG

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

136,969 mi
Last recorded136,969 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 YLG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 136,969 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 127,771 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 121,221 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 118,244 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 111,662 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 105,240 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 100,819 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 84,973 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 81,080 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 69,733 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 69,122 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 69,122 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 59,060 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 51,214 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 43,303 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 34,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 34,094 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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BV56 YLG is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BV56 YLG, 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 BV56 YLG registered?

BV56 YLG is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is BV56 YLG safe to buy?

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