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DG06 VBN

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

131,527 mi
Last recorded131,527 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG06 VBN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 131,527 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 128,756 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 124,091 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 112,571 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 95,301 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 91,580 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 76,117 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 76,117 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 72,719 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Mar 2012 68,681 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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)

o/s/r tyre cut in outersidewall {no cords showing }

Pass 15 Mar 2011 56,568 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Mar 2010 50,867 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Feb 2009 46,044 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 46,044 miles

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

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 VBN is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VBN, 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 VBN registered?

DG06 VBN is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is DG06 VBN safe to buy?

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