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DJ52 LAV

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,977 mi
Last recorded84,977 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJ52 LAV
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 84,977 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 72,808 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

stone chip in windscreen

wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 19 May 2014 59,815 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 51,048 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 51,048 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 51,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 44,230 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Apr 2012 44,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 May 2011 38,759 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 33,589 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 33,589 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 25,977 miles

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

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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DJ52 LAV 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 DJ52 LAV, 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

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What year was DJ52 LAV registered?

DJ52 LAV is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 9 May 2006.

Is DJ52 LAV safe to buy?

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