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FH06 XKU

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

194,187 mi
Last recorded194,187 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH06 XKU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 194,187 miles

Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 190,307 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 186,747 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 184,424 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 181,530 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 178,705 miles

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective under inflated ()

Pass 15 Nov 2018 169,620 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 169,620 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 158,986 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 140,277 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 122,999 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 105,813 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 105,809 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 97,507 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all tyres at 3mm

front o/s and n/s tyre walls cut(not to cord)

Fail 10 Jan 2014 97,507 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all tyres at 3mm

front o/s and n/s tyre walls cut(not to cord)

Fail 3 Jan 2013 94,121 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 94,121 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 79,909 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 79,908 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 79,908 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 58,202 miles

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

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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FH06 XKU 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 76.2%.

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 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 FH06 XKU, 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 FH06 XKU registered?

FH06 XKU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 30 June 2006.

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