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LT56 VZJ

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

156,773 mi
Last recorded156,773 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 VZJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2019 156,773 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 150,625 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 143,665 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2016 143,665 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both Sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 137,494 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2014 119,052 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 99,390 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 79,333 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 62,098 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front & rear brake pads appear low

nearside rear outer side light inoperative

Pass 28 May 2009 34,830 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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LT56 VZJ is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LT56 VZJ, 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 LT56 VZJ registered?

LT56 VZJ is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is LT56 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT56 VZJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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