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FN55 MOF

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

146,003 mi
Last recorded146,003 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 MOF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 146,003 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2026 146,003 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 138,929 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 138,909 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 138,897 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 128,064 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 128,046 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 115,691 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jul 2019 103,635 miles

Offside Rear handbrake performance low

slight play front torsion bar rubbers

Pass 30 Jul 2018 91,558 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 78,475 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 75,168 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 75,168 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 69,500 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 62,726 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 47,069 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2013 36,411 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 31,530 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 25,078 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 21,743 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 17,905 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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FN55 MOF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FN55 MOF, 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.

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What year was FN55 MOF registered?

FN55 MOF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 2 February 2006.

Is FN55 MOF safe to buy?

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