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DY06 TWF

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

202,478 mi
Last recorded202,478 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 TWF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 202,478 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 195,902 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2025 195,902 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 179,447 miles

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

exhaust flexible joint worn/rear exhaust rubber perishing

Fail 24 Apr 2024 179,447 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides in very poor condition on inner and outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

exhaust flexible joint worn/rear exhaust rubber perishing

tpms light on dash

Pass 5 Apr 2023 169,925 miles

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

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 21 Mar 2022 160,547 miles

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

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

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 1 Apr 2021 152,750 miles

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

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 22 Feb 2020 146,034 miles

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

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 15 Feb 2019 137,146 miles

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))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 125,200 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 116,512 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 108,621 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advise n/s/r tyre perishing

advise o/s/r tyre perishing

Fail 22 Mar 2016 108,621 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

advise n/s/r tyre perishing

advise nail n/s/f tyre

advise o/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 6 Feb 2015 96,683 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2014 87,353 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 74,567 miles

4x4 warning light on

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 68,750 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 50,020 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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)

Fail 4 Apr 2011 50,020 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

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)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 33,720 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 25,872 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 18,276 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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DY06 TWF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 DY06 TWF, 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 DY06 TWF registered?

DY06 TWF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 20 March 2006.

Is DY06 TWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY06 TWF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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