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FV56 OVX

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

126,632 mi
Last recorded126,632 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 OVX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 126,632 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 124,654 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2023 118,734 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 113,828 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 105,566 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 105,479 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2019 94,463 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 86,399 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 86,399 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 82,938 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 76,787 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 70,255 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 70,250 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 62,179 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 55,143 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 47,910 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 41,455 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 34,368 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Dec 2009 24,781 miles

N/S/R tyre cracking in treads

O/S/F tyre cracking in treads

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

slight cuts in both front tyre treads

Pass 12 Dec 2008 16,455 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 16,455 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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FV56 OVX is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FV56 OVX, 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 FV56 OVX registered?

FV56 OVX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is FV56 OVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 OVX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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