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LA06 FTK

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

182,074 mi
Last recorded182,074 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA06 FTK
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 182,074 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear external body damage

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front + rear (0.1 (b))

TPMS light on dash

brake wear light on dash

covers + shields fitted

handbrake travel

washer jets weak

Fail 20 Dec 2024 182,074 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear external body damage

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front + rear (0.1 (b))

TPMS light on dash

brake wear light on dash

covers + shields fitted

handbrake travel

washer jets weak

Fail 19 Oct 2023 182,070 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 181,417 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

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

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

rear shock absorber covers/bump stops deteriorated

Pass 21 Oct 2021 167,670 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

rear bump stops/shock absorber covers deteriorating

Fail 18 Oct 2021 167,670 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

TPMS warning light on

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

rear bump stops/shock absorber covers deteriorating

Pass 21 Oct 2020 156,539 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

rear bump stops/shock absorber covers deteriorating

Pass 10 Oct 2019 143,561 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

both registration plates deteriorating

brakes tested on road with Tapley meter, vehicle 4WD

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

rear suspension bump stops deteriorating

Pass 19 Oct 2018 124,205 miles

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

brakes tested on road with Tapley meter, vehicle 4WD

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

tyres wearing on edges

Pass 17 Oct 2017 112,885 miles

brakes tested on road with Tapley meter, vehicle 4WD

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 12 Oct 2016 100,908 miles

brakes tested on road with Tapley meter, vehicle 4WD

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

Fail 12 Oct 2016 100,908 miles

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

brakes tested on road with Tapley meter, vehicle 4WD

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

Pass 21 Oct 2015 90,906 miles

brakes tested on road with Tapley meter

Fail 19 Oct 2015 90,906 miles

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

brakes tested on road with Tapley meter

Pass 8 Apr 2014 73,402 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brakes tested on road with Tapley meter

Fail 8 Apr 2014 73,402 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brakes tested on road with Tapley meter

Pass 15 Apr 2013 63,003 miles

Brakes tested on tapley meter .

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Apr 2013 62,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Brakes tested on decelerometer as it is a four wheel drive

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 43,498 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all brake discs slightly worn

Pass 22 Oct 2010 32,200 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 21,195 miles

deep cuts evident in rear tyre treads.

Pass 3 Nov 2008 11,455 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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LA06 FTK is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LA06 FTK, 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 LA06 FTK registered?

LA06 FTK is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is LA06 FTK safe to buy?

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