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DC06 FRL

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

180,777 mi
Last recorded180,777 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC06 FRL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 180,777 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 176,996 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 176,996 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high o/s and n/s (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 170,761 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Apr 2021 170,761 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 164,730 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2018 158,598 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 152,150 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 145,864 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit X2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 138,452 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 129,857 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 129,857 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 121,271 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear shock absorber bump stop perished but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 22 Feb 2013 112,560 miles

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

N/S/R hand brake poor advise attention

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 97,533 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 84,351 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 69,697 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 69,640 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 54,894 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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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DC06 FRL is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DC06 FRL, 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 DC06 FRL registered?

DC06 FRL is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is DC06 FRL safe to buy?

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