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CE56 ZMV

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,206 mi
Last recorded134,206 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE56 ZMV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 134,206 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 121,087 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 121,083 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.1mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2017 115,813 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 107,983 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 92,276 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jun 2015 92,276 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 71,526 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jul 2013 71,526 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2012 59,204 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 46,348 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 25,380 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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CE56 ZMV is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CE56 ZMV, 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 CE56 ZMV registered?

CE56 ZMV is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is CE56 ZMV safe to buy?

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