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LJ06 CVS

2006 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ06 CVS
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2024
Fail 9 May 2024

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 98,635 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 97,997 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small split on outer wall advise to replace (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OS NS FRONTS CUSTOMER ADVISED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2022 97,997 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small split on outer wall advise to replace (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OS NS FRONTS CUSTOMER ADVISED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 96,866 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 96,866 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 96,610 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 94,140 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 89,179 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm Also Worn Inner Shoulder & Perished Tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 83,264 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides lower arms inner bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre bald inner edges

oil leak

Pass 5 Apr 2016 78,157 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 72,586 miles

Oil leak

parking brake lever slight high travel

Pass 9 Apr 2014 67,547 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 60,098 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 54,080 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 48,242 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 41,863 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 41,863 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 32,637 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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LJ06 CVS is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LJ06 CVS, 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 LJ06 CVS?

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What year was LJ06 CVS registered?

LJ06 CVS is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 5 March 2006.

Is LJ06 CVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ06 CVS shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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