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DG06 PGF

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

148,065 mi
Last recorded148,065 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG06 PGF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 148,065 miles

handbrake only just holds

Fail 21 Jul 2026 142,060 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

handbrake only just holds

Pass 24 Jul 2025 141,943 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil JUST O.K. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 134,562 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 128,759 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 128,759 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 120,548 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 114,392 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 109,135 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 104,002 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 100,004 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 93,684 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 84,887 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 9 Jul 2016 84,887 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 18 Jul 2015 79,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2014 71,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to check centre rear seatbelt

wipers poor

Pass 3 Aug 2013 62,073 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2012 53,590 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 46,060 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 37,480 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 26,957 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 25,801 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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DG06 PGF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DG06 PGF, 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 DG06 PGF registered?

DG06 PGF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 15 May 2006.

Is DG06 PGF safe to buy?

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