MOT Status
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142,285 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all shocks weak. (5.3.2 (d))
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front tyres have cuts showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside Front Nail in tyre ()
Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all shocks weak. (5.3.2 (d))
noise from front from under front under tray.
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight damage to outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Nail in tyre ()
Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front and both rear tyres are approx. 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight damage to outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Nail in tyre ()
Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front and both rear tyres are approx. 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside and offside washer jet weak
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep cut no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Wipers poor
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
wipers slightly streaky
Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (235 45 19) (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
wipers slightly streaky
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 255/40/19. ()
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall. Inner edge wear. 235/45/19. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 255/40/19. ()
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall. Inner edge wear. 235/45/19. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
headlamp level sensor on lower arm worn and loose
headlamp level sensor on lower arm worn and loose
Nearside Rear Drive shaft likely to become detached 4x bolts found loose (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()
Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
both front tyres worn on edges
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
nearside front tyre sidewall slight damage but no cords showing
rear brake discs slightly scored
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
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FB06 OTU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.
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 FB06 OTU, 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.
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FB06 OTU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 4 March 2006.
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