CarVerify

Free Car Check

LG06 ECF

2006 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 2993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,701 mi
Last recorded170,701 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG06 ECF
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2020 170,701 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 170,639 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Lower tag (5.3.1 (b) (i))

4x4 light on

Pass 21 Jan 2019 160,005 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 160,005 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 146,427 miles

Brake pad wear indicator illuminated on instrument panel

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 134,115 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 112,987 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 92,326 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 92,326 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 83,215 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 65,540 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 53,943 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 50,117 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 42,846 miles

animal cage near side rear seat / unable to test seat belt operation

Pass 24 Jun 2009 33,052 miles

Oil leak

handbrake shoes noisy inoperation

near side rear cage on seat/ unable to test seat belt operation/belt holds cage

Fail 24 Jun 2009 33,052 miles

Centre Front Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Oil leak

handbrake shoes noisy inoperation

near side rear cage on seat/ unable to test seat belt operation/belt holds cage

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
Full BMW X3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LG06 ECF is a 2006 BMW X3 in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LG06 ECF, 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

How do I check the history of LG06 ECF?

You can check the full history of LG06 ECF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LG06 ECF registered?

LG06 ECF is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 24 June 2006.

Is LG06 ECF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG06 ECF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG06 ECF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LG06 ECF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.