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LJ56 FFG

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,971 mi
Last recorded137,971 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 FFG
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2022 137,971 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 131,505 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2021 131,501 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 125,675 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2020 125,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 114,271 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 105,712 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 11 Oct 2016 96,281 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 85,203 miles

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 10 Oct 2014 70,353 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 67,619 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 62,375 miles

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

Washer bottle top missing

Pass 22 Dec 2011 53,735 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 44,065 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)

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

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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LJ56 FFG is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,993cc 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 LJ56 FFG, 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 LJ56 FFG registered?

LJ56 FFG is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is LJ56 FFG safe to buy?

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