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J99 LJF

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,135 mi
Last recorded134,135 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ99 LJF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2024 134,135 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

rear end body corrosion

Fail 5 Feb 2024 134,070 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

rear end body corrosion

Pass 12 Mar 2022 128,334 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 123,005 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 119,773 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted obstructing view of components/pipes

Pass 14 Mar 2019 113,457 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear suspension components are corroded

Undertrays are fitted restricting view of components

Pass 27 Mar 2018 107,744 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 102,216 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 94,474 miles

under guards

Fail 30 Mar 2016 94,474 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

under guards

Pass 7 Apr 2015 88,603 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 82,124 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 71,205 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 71,151 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 58,948 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 48,490 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 8 Mar 2010 39,425 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 30,020 miles

Rear number plate delaminating across top edge and front number plate damaged.

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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J99 LJF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 J99 LJF, 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 J99 LJF registered?

J99 LJF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 14 March 2006.

Is J99 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J99 LJF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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