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BX06 GHV

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

136,689 mi
Last recorded136,689 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX06 GHV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 136,689 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 127,449 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 117,651 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 113,386 miles

wax oil needed

Fail 19 Jan 2016 113,386 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

wax oil needed

Pass 2 Jan 2015 108,871 miles

Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 29 Dec 2014 108,870 miles

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2014 99,931 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 89,630 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 84,636 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 84,636 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 77,550 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 77,550 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 66,704 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Mar 2009 53,300 miles

Child seat belt not connected to correct stalk.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BX06 GHV is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BX06 GHV, 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 BX06 GHV registered?

BX06 GHV is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 13 April 2006.

Is BX06 GHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX06 GHV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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