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FD56 ZJJ

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

87,205 mi
Last recorded87,205 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 ZJJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 87,205 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 77,421 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 72,739 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 64,941 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 57,312 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 50,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wearing through indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wearing through indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 46,699 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 42,229 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 18 Dec 2017 39,666 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Dec 2016 38,360 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 35,622 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 33,044 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Dec 2014 33,044 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Dec 2014 33,031 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 23 Dec 2013 31,261 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 29,882 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

high tone horn not working

Fail 21 Dec 2012 29,882 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

high tone horn not working

Pass 6 Dec 2011 26,456 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 22,926 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 22,926 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 21,725 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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FD56 ZJJ is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FD56 ZJJ, 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 FD56 ZJJ registered?

FD56 ZJJ is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 21 December 2006.

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