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LC56 XTX

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

140,942 mi
Last recorded140,942 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 XTX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 140,942 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both age cracking (4.1.D.1e)

engine cover and under trays fitted

n/s/r shock absorber weak

Fail 10 Sep 2016 140,942 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Oil leak ()

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both age cracking (4.1.D.1e)

engine cover and under trays fitted

n/s/r shock absorber weak

Pass 1 Sep 2015 128,082 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged both (4.1.D.1e)

N/s/r shock absorber weak

child seat fitted to n/s/r and o/s/r seats

engine undertray covered with oil possible oil leak

n/s/r coil spring poorly located

Pass 8 Sep 2014 115,893 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 99,222 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2013 99,209 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 87,008 miles

Bulb warning light on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2011 77,694 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 59,985 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 59,985 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 42,927 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2009 42,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 XTX is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 XTX, 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 LC56 XTX registered?

LC56 XTX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is LC56 XTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC56 XTX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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