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LN06 SBZ

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

126,814 mi
Last recorded126,814 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN06 SBZ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 126,814 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

sill covers

undertrays

Pass 8 Mar 2022 109,619 miles

EML on

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 102,824 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 94,623 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 86,816 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 80,521 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 29 Nov 2017 80,506 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 73,922 miles

rear tyres worn inside edge

Pass 20 Nov 2015 65,589 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 56,090 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 49,883 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)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 42,901 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 42,901 miles

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

tyre pressure monitering light on dash

Pass 10 Jan 2012 33,480 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 26,855 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 26,705 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 26,705 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 17,034 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 17,033 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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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LN06 SBZ is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LN06 SBZ, 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 LN06 SBZ registered?

LN06 SBZ is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is LN06 SBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN06 SBZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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