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LV56 XRX

2006 BMW X3

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,781 mi
Last recorded121,781 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 XRX
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 121,781 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2024 115,914 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn more than the nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

parking brake lever has travel

tyre pressure warning light is illuminated indicating an under-inflated tyre

Pass 28 Nov 2023 111,900 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively turning by hand (1.2.1 (f))

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

Oil residue around gearbox

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

TPMS warning light on

Fail 21 Nov 2023 111,855 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively turning by hand (1.2.1 (f))

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

Oil residue around gearbox

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

TPMS warning light on

Pass 22 Nov 2022 107,416 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 101,629 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 93,847 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 83,977 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 67,210 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 64,139 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 59,302 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 55,184 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 51,080 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 45,436 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 39,320 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Nov 2011 33,665 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 33,665 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 33,608 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 30,498 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 30,498 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 26,418 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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LV56 XRX is a 2006 BMW X3 in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LV56 XRX, 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 LV56 XRX registered?

LV56 XRX is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is LV56 XRX safe to buy?

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