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FV06 XNT

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

140,781 mi
Last recorded140,781 miles
Recorded on3 May 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 XNT
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 May 2022 140,781 miles

Nearside Rear handbrake low working

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

Fail 29 Apr 2022 140,781 miles

Exhaust particulate filter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear handbrake low working

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

Pass 10 May 2021 137,758 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 5 May 2021 137,755 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin exhaust leak under bonnet at egr valve (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 133,701 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2019 133,701 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 133,219 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 126,364 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 123,070 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 120,927 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 Sep 2016 120,771 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Sep 2015 113,789 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 113,789 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 102,215 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Tow bar socket cap missing

Pass 16 Aug 2013 87,575 miles

all four brake discs starting to wear and corrode

chips to screen

Fail 15 Aug 2013 87,575 miles

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

all four brake discs starting to wear and corrode

chips to screen

Pass 11 Jan 2013 81,640 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 79,280 miles

alternative plates fitted for mot

osr brake disc pitted

Fail 27 Mar 2012 79,280 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

alternative plates fitted for mot

osr brake disc pitted

Pass 30 Mar 2011 65,218 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 65,208 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 49,287 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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FV06 XNT is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FV06 XNT, 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 FV06 XNT registered?

FV06 XNT is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 30 June 2006.

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