CarVerify

Free Car Check

CV06 EGX

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

208,159 mi
Last recorded208,159 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV06 EGX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 208,159 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 200,078 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 192,222 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 185,050 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 177,703 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 176,105 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 169,282 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 155,770 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 155,770 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 142,566 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 118,775 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 101,774 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 79,566 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 65,935 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 53,579 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 53,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 44,521 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 34,930 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
Full BMW X3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CV06 EGX is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CV06 EGX, 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

How do I check the history of CV06 EGX?

You can check the full history of CV06 EGX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CV06 EGX registered?

CV06 EGX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 3 March 2006.

Is CV06 EGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV06 EGX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CV06 EGX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CV06 EGX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.