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FP56 LGY

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

132,678 mi
Last recorded132,678 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 LGY
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 132,678 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 132,477 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 110,843 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 96,281 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 92,597 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 90,361 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 87,928 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 86,066 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 75,306 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 73,754 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 63,907 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 63,907 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 53,055 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 41,487 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 30,771 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 15,396 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 14,973 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 11,907 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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FP56 LGY is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FP56 LGY, 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 FP56 LGY registered?

FP56 LGY is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 4 December 2006.

Is FP56 LGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP56 LGY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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