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LV06 KEJ

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

118,303 mi
Last recorded118,303 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV06 KEJ
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 118,303 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 113,735 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 106,693 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 98,721 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 91,736 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 91,736 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/45r18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 84,770 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 84,770 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning high level(poss LED) (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 79,324 miles

both front droplinks boots starting to split

brake fluid level below maximum

front and rear brake pads look to be on or very close to minimum thickness(further investigation advisable)

rotational rubbing noise n/s rear

Pass 1 Aug 2019 73,427 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 73,427 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 64,814 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 60,401 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 58,413 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 4 Aug 2015 55,166 miles

rear tyres wearing on centre of tread

Pass 4 Aug 2014 51,993 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 47,332 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 43,905 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 41,632 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 38,414 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 35,429 miles

damage tyre sidewalls.

damage wheel rims.

stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 11 Aug 2008 31,455 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LV06 KEJ is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LV06 KEJ, 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 LV06 KEJ registered?

LV06 KEJ is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 23 March 2006.

Is LV06 KEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV06 KEJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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