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GJ06 EFF

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

100,641 mi
Last recorded100,641 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ06 EFF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 100,641 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 88,198 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 79,340 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 79,340 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 May 2014 75,103 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 62,710 miles

both rear tyres measure 1.6mm

Pass 2 May 2012 51,997 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 47,018 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 37,374 miles

both rtear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 26 Feb 2009 28,444 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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GJ06 EFF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GJ06 EFF, 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 GJ06 EFF registered?

GJ06 EFF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is GJ06 EFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ06 EFF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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