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GL55 VFX

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

162,386 mi
Last recorded162,386 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 VFX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 162,386 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 158,138 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 154,410 miles

oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2018 150,018 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 140,057 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 124,415 miles

front tyres lightly perished

Pass 18 Aug 2015 111,474 miles

rear pads getting low

Fail 17 Aug 2015 111,473 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

rear pads getting low

Pass 4 Aug 2014 105,718 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 105,641 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 97,555 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 83,427 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2012 83,427 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 72,486 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 63,171 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 53,601 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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GL55 VFX is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GL55 VFX, 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 GL55 VFX registered?

GL55 VFX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 20 February 2006.

Is GL55 VFX safe to buy?

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