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FG56 LVR

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

137,862 mi
Last recorded137,862 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 LVR
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 137,862 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 137,855 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 134,859 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 131,506 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2023 131,489 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 128,250 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 124,756 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 120,348 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 110,098 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 104,329 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 100,254 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 100,241 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 92,747 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 86,113 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 79,520 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 72,273 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 69,210 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 53,574 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 36,891 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 21,622 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FG56 LVR is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FG56 LVR, 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 FG56 LVR registered?

FG56 LVR is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is FG56 LVR safe to buy?

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