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FL56 VLX

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153,018 mi
Last recorded153,018 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 VLX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2024 153,018 miles

Front Stone chips a zone

Pass 22 Nov 2023 149,575 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 146,090 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 142,664 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 137,840 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2019 130,126 miles

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

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

light misting of fluid around fuel tank area

Pass 31 May 2018 120,588 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear brake discs slight corrosion

Pass 9 May 2017 112,468 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre on 4 mm

Nearside Rear tyre on 3 mm

Offside Front tyre on 4 mm

Offside Rear tyre punctured/on 3 mm

Pass 3 Jun 2016 105,132 miles

Engine oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2015 100,139 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 100,138 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 94,366 miles

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 3 May 2013 79,358 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 79,358 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight oil residue lower engine area

Pass 4 May 2012 66,934 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 66,934 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2011 59,219 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 59,215 miles

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

N/S/R disc corroded

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 48,400 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 35,245 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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FL56 VLX is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FL56 VLX, 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 FL56 VLX registered?

FL56 VLX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is FL56 VLX safe to buy?

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