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CE56 SNZ

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

161,204 mi
Last recorded161,204 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE56 SNZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 161,204 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 148,004 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 139,346 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2017

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 121,086 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 107,365 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 83,903 miles

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

advise o/s front wiprt worn

advise rear handbrake check noise in drum

Fail 12 Sep 2012 83,903 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

advise o/s front wiprt worn

advise rear handbrake check noise in drum

front discs worn

Pass 16 Sep 2010 58,572 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing outside edge

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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CE56 SNZ is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CE56 SNZ, 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 CE56 SNZ registered?

CE56 SNZ is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is CE56 SNZ safe to buy?

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