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KJ56 OAW

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

143,483 mi
Last recorded143,483 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ56 OAW
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2022 143,483 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 143,482 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Prop shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 135,290 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 19 Feb 2020 125,220 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 111,125 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2018 104,613 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 92,024 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 92,024 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 80,237 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 70,637 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Feb 2014 62,967 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 56,756 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 50,443 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 44,088 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 37,514 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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KJ56 OAW is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KJ56 OAW, 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 KJ56 OAW registered?

KJ56 OAW is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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