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EX56 VXY

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

137,963 mi
Last recorded137,963 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 VXY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 137,963 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2022 134,009 miles

1

Fail 9 Oct 2022 134,009 miles

1

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 126,381 miles

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Fail 16 Oct 2021 126,381 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

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Pass 24 Oct 2020 122,589 miles

advise disks

Pass 12 Oct 2019 116,731 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2019 116,731 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 108,201 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 102,955 miles

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Pass 13 Oct 2016 96,288 miles

advise diskls pads

Pass 13 Oct 2015 88,879 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 82,265 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 2 Oct 2013 73,883 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 68,304 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Oct 2012 68,304 miles

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2011 57,057 miles

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)

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

front tyres perished

Pass 29 Sep 2010 42,870 miles

Plastic covers on sills cannot check perscribed area

Rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 14 Sep 2009 29,581 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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EX56 VXY is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EX56 VXY, 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

How do I check the history of EX56 VXY?

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What year was EX56 VXY registered?

EX56 VXY is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 3 October 2006.

Is EX56 VXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 VXY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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