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KB55 CXE

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

86,229 mi
Last recorded86,229 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB55 CXE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 86,229 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front head light has bolts missing still secure

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 65,339 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 64,386 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 59,378 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 57,209 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 53,263 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 49,803 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 45,221 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 44,327 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 42,658 miles

all 4 tyres running low

Pass 8 Jan 2014 40,441 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 40,441 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2013 38,705 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 36,396 miles

all brake pads getting very near to limit

Pass 21 Jan 2011 33,143 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 26,574 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 23,810 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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KB55 CXE is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KB55 CXE, 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.

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What year was KB55 CXE registered?

KB55 CXE is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is KB55 CXE safe to buy?

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