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FV56 VFM

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,607 mi
Last recorded93,607 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 93,607 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2019 93,607 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 83,855 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 75,758 miles

all tyres on limit

Pass 18 Dec 2015 69,026 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 64,004 miles
Pass 25 Dec 2013 56,147 miles

front d bushes have slight movement

Pass 31 Dec 2012 47,488 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 21 Dec 2012 47,418 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 30 Dec 2011 40,412 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Dec 2010 31,486 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 28,083 miles

hand brake lever has a lot of free play on cable(needs cable adjusting)

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 VFM is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VFM, 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 VFM registered?

FV56 VFM is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is FV56 VFM safe to buy?

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