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EU56 FGC

2007 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

178,926 mi
Last recorded178,926 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2007 BMW X385,322 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU56 FGC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 178,926 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2024 178,926 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp aim too high both side (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 158,326 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2023 152,284 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 149,485 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 141,007 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2021 141,007 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 132,810 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2020 132,720 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 127,352 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 117,921 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 109,299 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 109,299 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 101,005 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 93,569 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 85,906 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 79,637 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 73,464 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 64,207 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 50,290 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 43,795 miles

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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EU56 FGC is a 2007 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 85,322 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 EU56 FGC, 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 19 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 EU56 FGC registered?

EU56 FGC is a 2007 BMW X3, first registered on 15 January 2007.

Is EU56 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU56 FGC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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