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EX56 ZRC

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

131,473 mi
Last recorded131,473 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 ZRC
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 131,473 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2018 127,590 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2018 127,590 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 122,116 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 116,327 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2015 109,148 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 109,148 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 101,281 miles

off side rear tyre on 2.mm

small chip in windsreen

Pass 3 Sep 2013 88,456 miles

nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge and tread out of shape

offside front tyre bald on inner edge and tread out of shape

Fail 2 Sep 2013 88,456 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge and tread out of shape

offside front tyre bald on inner edge and tread out of shape

Pass 4 Sep 2012 75,650 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 6 Sep 2011 62,489 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear low

nearside front tyre bald on outer edge

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 7 Sep 2010 48,897 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 34,912 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 34,870 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear tyre has 2mm tread bald on inner edge

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 ZRC is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EX56 ZRC, 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 EX56 ZRC registered?

EX56 ZRC is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is EX56 ZRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 ZRC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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