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LF06 ZMX

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

112,559 mi
Last recorded112,559 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF06 ZMX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 112,559 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 106,516 miles

slight chip on a windscreen outside drivers viewing area

Pass 13 Sep 2021 100,821 miles

Offside Rear Tyre Perishing Between Tread.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Outside Zone 'A'. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 100,821 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre Perishing Between Tread.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Outside Zone 'A'. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 97,024 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

emissios to low to read

Pass 31 Aug 2019 92,312 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 86,943 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 82,419 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 82,419 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 76,990 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 68,940 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

rear child seats fitted

Fail 21 Sep 2015 68,934 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Dunlop 255/45/18 (4.1.D.1a)

rear child seats fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2014 62,055 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 62,055 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 54,551 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2013 54,517 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 48,405 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 41,813 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 36,068 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 36,055 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 May 2009 24,870 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 24,870 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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LF06 ZMX is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LF06 ZMX, 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 LF06 ZMX registered?

LF06 ZMX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 8 June 2006.

Is LF06 ZMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF06 ZMX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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