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FM06 TYP

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

123,873 mi
Last recorded123,873 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 TYP
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2020 123,873 miles

Offside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 111,204 miles

Central Front Lower engine under tray fitted front to rear

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 102,119 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 93,589 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/r shock absorber shroud detached from mounting

Pass 18 Apr 2016 84,704 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 84,704 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 81,799 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 81,799 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 74,616 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 66,380 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 56,112 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 55,505 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 47,759 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 39,106 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 29,264 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 16,652 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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FM06 TYP is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FM06 TYP, 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 FM06 TYP registered?

FM06 TYP is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 11 July 2006.

Is FM06 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 TYP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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