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DV06 VLU

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

185,274 mi
Last recorded185,274 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV06 VLU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 185,274 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

underbody surface corrosion

Pass 18 Sep 2024 173,946 miles

under vehicle corroded-nsr shocker damp-

Pass 11 Oct 2023 173,727 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 172,831 miles

surface corrodition under body

Pass 7 Apr 2021 172,704 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 169,711 miles

o/s/f anti roll bar link boot deteriorated-both rear coil springs corroded-front and rear brake discs corroded and pitted-front brake pads worn low

Pass 4 Sep 2018 169,604 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 4 Sep 2018 169,604 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2017 165,210 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2016 161,147 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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DV06 VLU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DV06 VLU, 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 DV06 VLU registered?

DV06 VLU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 15 May 2006.

Is DV06 VLU safe to buy?

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