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LC56 UHF

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,136 mi
Last recorded128,136 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 UHF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 128,136 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 128,123 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2023 125,862 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 125,175 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 124,149 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 124,149 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2020 123,533 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 120,014 miles

Both N/S tyres perished

Clutch very noisy under application

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner wall has run flat damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Suspension mounting point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Suspension mounting point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Steering column lower UJ appears to have play, Unable to access

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Very obvious noise on steering lock to lock and also when engaging clutch and on shaker plates. Unable to see where from as Undertrays obscuring location of noise. Suggest further investigation ASAP

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 111,891 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 111,757 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 111,755 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 109,317 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 99,601 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Jun 2015 99,601 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 88,779 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

tyre pressure warning light on dash

Pass 28 Feb 2013 74,012 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 63,131 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 63,131 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 53,361 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 53,361 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 40,110 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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LC56 UHF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LC56 UHF, 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 LC56 UHF registered?

LC56 UHF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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