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LK56 NTE

2006 BMW X3

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

81,733 mi
Last recorded81,733 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK56 NTE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 81,733 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush worn moving under braking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush worn moving under braking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2025 61,313 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 58,877 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 57,302 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o\s\r and n\s\r

Pass 24 Jun 2022 54,065 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jun 2021 51,636 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 46,608 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 41,770 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 36,071 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 30,871 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 27,742 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 27,742 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 24,051 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 17,521 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 16,845 miles

child seat fitted to nearside and offside rear seat

front tyres cracking up

nearside rear tyre cracking up

Pass 11 Jan 2013 12,788 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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LK56 NTE is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LK56 NTE, 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 LK56 NTE?

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What year was LK56 NTE registered?

LK56 NTE is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is LK56 NTE safe to buy?

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