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JW55 RTW

2006 BMW X3

Grey Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,230 mi
Last recorded52,230 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJW55 RTW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 52,230 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 51,476 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 50,657 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 49,866 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 49,037 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 47,812 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 47,005 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 45,251 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 43,117 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 41,568 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 38,182 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 35,233 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 32,642 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 30,081 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 28,262 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 25,915 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 22,195 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 18,625 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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JW55 RTW is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JW55 RTW, 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 JW55 RTW registered?

JW55 RTW is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 20 January 2006.

Is JW55 RTW safe to buy?

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