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M12 ELE

2006 BMW X3

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

107,108 mi
Last recorded107,108 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM12 ELE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 107,108 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning corner light strips (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear suspension components slightly corroded

Fail 27 Aug 2019 107,108 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning corner light strips (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2018 107,082 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 106,092 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 102,312 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 88,529 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2014 87,999 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 80,392 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 77,501 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 20 Oct 2011 67,592 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 57,008 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 47,449 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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M12 ELE is a 2006 BMW X3 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 M12 ELE, 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 M12 ELE registered?

M12 ELE is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is M12 ELE safe to buy?

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