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LC56 XUO

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

170,011 mi
Last recorded170,011 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 XUO
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 170,011 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 170,011 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 164,119 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 156,690 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 147,303 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 139,444 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 127,969 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 115,019 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 105,501 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 94,359 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 74,229 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 59,886 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

washers inop possibly frozen

Fail 23 Dec 2010 59,877 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 44,657 miles

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

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

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 XUO is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LC56 XUO, 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 XUO registered?

LC56 XUO is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 18 December 2006.

Is LC56 XUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC56 XUO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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