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DY56 XFN

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

185,476 mi
Last recorded185,476 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY56 XFN
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 185,476 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 173,503 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 158,687 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays fitted

Fail 29 Jan 2022 158,684 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2021 153,296 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 148,006 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2018 143,210 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Dec 2017 134,435 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 116,681 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 108,554 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 108,554 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 96,443 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 84,280 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 74,690 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 69,424 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)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 60,647 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 50,875 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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DY56 XFN is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DY56 XFN, 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 DY56 XFN registered?

DY56 XFN is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is DY56 XFN safe to buy?

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