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LV06 UKU

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

152,572 mi
Last recorded152,572 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV06 UKU
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 152,572 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 141,336 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

park brake performance only just met

windscreen chipped

Pass 3 Oct 2023 136,146 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn torque reaction arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn torque reaction arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 130,499 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged on the outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged on the outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 130,467 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged on the outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged on the outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 125,183 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 117,734 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 107,893 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 107,830 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken at base (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 99,618 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2018 99,618 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 88,939 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

high leval stop light ? inopp.

n/s/r shock absorber top dust gard insecure.

Pass 15 Sep 2016 80,666 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 80,666 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 62,231 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 48,176 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 48,176 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 45,436 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 42,363 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 37,964 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 37,964 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 33,500 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 28,400 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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LV06 UKU is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UKU, 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.

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What year was LV06 UKU registered?

LV06 UKU is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 21 April 2006.

Is LV06 UKU safe to buy?

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