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DX55 VFG

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

111,015 mi
Last recorded111,015 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 VFG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 111,015 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2026 111,005 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 106,500 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 106,496 miles

Offside Front Brake insecure Dust Sheild (1.1.21 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 101,306 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2024 101,306 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 95,554 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 89,923 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 89,904 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

4x4 warning lamp illuminated.

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

TPMS Warning lamp illuminated.

Pass 16 Mar 2021 85,929 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 83,117 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 76,549 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Emissions too clean to be recorded

Emissions too clean to be recorded

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 74,185 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges slightly

Emissions too clean to be recorded

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 71,739 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 69,482 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 66,436 miles

Emissions too clean to be recorded

Pass 20 Sep 2012 62,316 miles

emissions to clean to be recorded

Fail 18 Sep 2012 62,316 miles

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

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

emissions to clean to be recorded

Pass 12 May 2011 56,447 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2011 56,361 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 49,439 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 42,833 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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DX55 VFG is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DX55 VFG, 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 DX55 VFG registered?

DX55 VFG is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 13 January 2006.

Is DX55 VFG safe to buy?

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